Jakob is the purest manifestation of Love I was able to spend time with in this lifetime. I was allowed to travel a lot all over the world, have met countless people in many areas of life and if I had to name the one who is radiating forth the purest lovingness it would be Jakob.

We met more then 10 years ago and since then I have witnessed his way very close. He came  to the US with literally nothing, „just“ having along his most purest Intention of being a servant to god and his fellow men. I saw all that is present today evolving miracously out of nothing, workshops and retreats, Communion with Love with all is wonderful activities or the Surrender-Retreat-House in Sedona. It all has manifested only by the Grace of Divinity due to Jakobs most purest intention of being selfless service to God’s will.

I have attend many workshops and retreats with him and we are still in contact on a regular base since our first encounter. With deep humility and graditude I can state:

His loving Presence and his profound knowledge about Divinity in all its expressions is one important reason I transformed into a totally different person than the one I had been the first time we met. But the most wonderful impact of it is, that due to this profound and loving internal transformation I am able to help many people in my life today.

In my personal experience and by all what I have wittnessed over the years I can say from the bottom of my heart: Jakob IS the Radiance of Divine Love that is healing and transfomative for those coming in contact with him. Jakob is my living example of selfless and loving service to God’s will and my fellow men.

I am incredibly fortunate and grateful to have known and worked with Jakob Merchant. In my work with him, the age-old question of how to translate spiritual teachings and knowledge into experiential reality has begun to be realized, and my experience of Love, Joy, and Peace has deepened significantly.  The boogeymen of depression, anxiety, fear and shame used to be relegated to a dark corner within myself to be cursed at and distracted from. Jakob has shown me not only how to heal and grow from them, but to utilize them as avenues to sustainable spiritual growth. 

Having been exposed to many spiritual pathways, groups and teachers, and the pitfalls inherent in the spiritual community, I tend towards caution when hearing about new spiritual teachers that are held in high esteem. With Jakob, I place deep trust in this regard, and have experienced him to be a legitimate spiritual teacher on the pathway of Ultimate Truth and Love. My greatest wish for any friend or family member would be for them to experience the Love available in this pathway. It is my hope that many others are blessed to do so.

Selecting any one of the principles or practices outlined in this book 10 pages to a living spirituality and applying it, living it, fixating on it, consistently, without exception, no matter what, can take you the whole way Home to the realization of the Highest Truth.

Rev. Jakob has an innate capacity and a rigorous willingness to adhere to these principles and practices in his own life, ergo, the presence of the conviction behind his work is the real deal. When I look into his eyes, which look back at me with raw love (from Above he always reminds me), I witness my whole body soften, the stress and resistance I didn’t even know the depth of which I may have been holding at the time, literally dissipates and, as I surrender to that inner peace, within seconds, a blast of Power bursts open my heart, repeatedly. This sounds like an unusual phenomenon; it is my fortunate reality. May this fortune come upon you too.

Jakob is profoundly dedicated to helping others experience the Love that is already present within us. His guided meditations, devotional services, prayers, and courses come right from the heart. The Love there is unmistakable

“This book 10 pages to a living spirituality condenses much of what I’ve learned from various teachings and experiences on my own spiritual journey, while also providing fresh drops of wisdom. I think it holds the potential to save the spiritual aspirant much time by outlining and clarifying core spiritual principles. It also emphasizes surrendering to Love at a profound depth that I aspire to in my own life”

This small but mighty book (10 Principles to a Living Spirituality) carries such a pure level of devotion and faith that you can’t help but become inspired to revive your own unique connection to God. It is rare to find such a person who can walk the spiritual path and be able to communicate eloquently the depth of the wisdom gained. There is an honoring of God and sharing that a life filled with love is what success is in this life and to be surrendered to love is our highest ideal of awakening. He has creatively awakened the teaching of “Through God all things are possible” by sharing the experience of how love is needed to awaken oneself. I enjoyed feeling the pure vein of love and devotion that this book emanated and while reading I could feel the inspirational faith behind the words. There is nothing empty about this book, it is filled with decadent spiritual food that will leave you feeling fulfilled mentally, emotionally and spiritually. I would recommend this book and all the teachings to anyone on the spiritual path, from those just starting their journey to well seasoned spiritual aspirants. 

This short but dense book is a collaboration of the highest spiritual truths and practices that alone can accomplish the seemingly impossible. Jakob is uniquely matched to share these truths as he lives and lovingly practices them continuously. Finally, these highest of principles are condensed to be easily reviewed & referenced.  

My work with Jakob has been such a blessing. As I look back I see the paradigm I was living, the level of consciousness I was identified with and have to laugh a little.  Bless my heart. The subtleties in the moment turn into the obvious and profound when seen over time. 

In Jacobs sessions one benefits from the intention & level of awareness as well as a consciousness-based system of identifying and integrating the blockages, past belief systems and various energy fields that are the perceived obstacles to higher awareness.  

The bottom line for me is, ‘it’s makes the Path a lot faster and easier’.

Thank you, Brother 

As you always say, Much Love, 

“10 pages to a Living Spirituality” is a concise guide in meaningful steps for one’s spiritual practice.  It’s simplicity, honesty and heartfelt direction is foundational for getting one on track towards an unconditionally loving life in the Presence of Love as all that exists.  Rev. Jakob Merchant’s writings, spiritual guidance and spiritual leadership have been instrumental for me in Living Spirituality today and everyday.”

I have thoroughly enjoyed my sessions with Jakob and have experienced healing of very difficult emotions and memories through my work with him. I highly recommend him for his deep listening and compassionate approach to healing.

Jakob Merchant is one of those rare people who fill a substantial place in my heart of hearts without seeming to be there at all.  He represents Infinite Love and Devotion and when I feel the need to entrain with that deep untarnished space within, he is there.  When I am not sure what step to take next, he is there.  When there is confusion and doubt, he is there – always with the perfect exercise, the right meditation, the overarching perspective.  Jakob’s insight, wisdom, and loving space have made a palpable difference in my life.  The book you are holding in your hands will prove invaluable to set you on a more direct course to the truth of the Love you are.

You have done so much for me, Thank You is not enough! I believe you came to me & helped me at a time my soul was calling out for additional guidance was no coincidence.For those who stride for spiritual growth, Jakob is your man. Fixing all the physical issues was also awesome, but giving my soul some peace & understanding was incredible. God Bless you Jakob!

I have been a patient of Jakobs’ for years. Through his treatments I have healed areas in my life I did not know needed work. There were issues I had carried around with me through lifetimes. What a relief to be able to let go off all that baggage! Jakob is highly skilled in BodyTalk, and extremely accurate in his diagnosis and treatment. He has treated me with honesty, integrity, kindness and compassion every single time, and his intention has always been to help heal me. I always look forward to my sessions with Jakob!

Jakob has been an unwavering expression of the Infinite Field of Love since I first met him. Sure, it is easy to express kindness and generosity when we feel like it or when it is deserved.  Jakob’s commitment goes far beyond sporadic displays of obligatory politeness.  Under any circumstance, Jakob yields to Divine Will, an incredible example of what surrender to the Field is, rather than one’s own personal wants, seeming needs, or any opposing doubts or thoughts.  As the Field often is at odds with what we think is the right attitude or action; this is far more difficult than one would presume.  Shoulds and reasoning and everything one has learned may have to be given up, as the Field of Love always serves to the Highest Good and will take us beyond what we already know, as the path is evolutionary. Jakob is a true friend to Devotional Nonduality students from all over the world, serving all as a constant expression of the Infinite Field of Love, he is a living demonstration of the power of surrender.  His capacity to surrender everything, including his own life to Divine Will continues to expand my own capacity, for which I am endlessly grateful.  As a dear colleague, friend and fellow spiritual student he has inspired, lead and been the very Spirit of patience, devotion and dedication.  I once was blessed with an opportunity to bring Jakob, and a few other students who were aligned with devotion, healing and love into a clinical setting where we treated extremely difficult conditions.  By the presence alone of these sincerely aligned students, the space itself became a healing vessel. Chaos transformed into a divinely orchestrated flow of inspiration, hope and freedom. Each individual entering the clinic was immersed in an absolute intention to relieve suffering.  The Field itself prioritized everything and infused the courage for all who participated to give up attachment to long-term ills, endless suffering and all that had been in the way of the shift in consciousness needed to truly heal.  Some healed to an extraordinary degree on a physical level, some healed deeply internally; many, I suspect, can not define what exactly happened and some have yet to fully integrate the experience.  Working with Jakob in a clinical setting was an extraordinary experience in witnessing the field working through us all.  Jakob constantly allows the field to work, setting a healing tone that fills the space with the highest potential for healing and a palpable immersion of unconditional lovingness.  

Thank you very much for your Body Talk Session. After the session I could feel like a major change was made; It took a week and a few days to readjust the change to normal life. The change is still on going but I am feeling more comfortable with it now. Thank you so much for sharing your inner knowingness about relationships with me, through the session

When we were about done I stared into your eyes & felt a peace I have never come close to feeling. You were bringing me closer to God. The trust I felt. I want to come back for hands-on sessions 4 times a year.

I feel more connected to God than ever before in my life since I have been here

Jakob, your lessons have led me to such peace. It may have been a particular way you phrased something, or how you shared your Loving intentions, or how you pointed us and guided us – all of which wove an embrace that allowed for a more peaceful and integrated courage to come forward. It was a bringing out of what has always been – before our very existence. Before time – pulling me forward. When I think of what you have given us in this very short time – I thank you and I am most grateful

Only someone who is rooted and lives his life in Divinity and Love can bring such teachings to all. I consider Rev. Jakob to be an example of that love and who’s life has become his teachings. Rev Jakob is truly gifted in his teachings and healing techniques and I am very blessed and grateful to have come across his work

2014년 제이콥을 처음 만났던 날을 기억한다. 서로 알지 못하는 상태에서 우리는 한동안 서로의 눈을 바라보고 있었다. 그 순간을 말로 표현하려 하면 무언가 핵심이 빠진 느낌이다. 그나마 가장 적합한 표현은 온전한 현존의 경험이었다는 것이다. 세도나로 이사온 지 2년 반, 그 시간을 제이콥을 빼고 말할 순 없다. 제이콥 집에서 매일 저녁 진행되는 Devotional Service, 매주 일요일 진행되는 Surrender Group, 그리고 정기적으로 진행되는 Workshop과 Retreat. 제이콥과 그의 가족의 삶은 말 그대로 헌신이고 타인에 대한 봉사였다. 작은 자아를 온전히 내려놓지 못한 존재라면 감히 해낼 수 없는 일이다. 세도나에서의 새로운 삶이 나의 오래된 더미들을 끌어올릴 때면, 나는 서렌더하우스로 향하곤 했다. 나 혼자서는 도저히 감당이 안 되던 그 더미가 서렌더하우스에서 하루 이틀 머무는 동안 자연스레 내맡겨지는 경험을 얼마나 많이 했는지 모른다. 매번 워크샵과 리트릿 또한 언제나 조금씩 에고가 가벼워지는 시간이었다. 그러나 제이콥은 단 한번도 자기를 내세우거나 크레딧을 주장한 적이 없었다. 그저 무한한 신의 은총이 제이콥을 통해 일하도록 스스로를 신의 종의 자리에 두는 것, 그게 제이콥이 하는 전부였다. 세도나에 사는 2년 동안 나의 삶은 엄청나게 변했고(내적, 외적 모두) 그 변화에는 항상 제이콥의 도움이 있었다. 

I remember the day I firstmet Jakob in 2014. Without knowing each other, we looked into each others eyes for a while. If I try to express that moment in words, something is missing. The closest expression might be the experience of being fully present. Now two and a half years since I moved to Sedona, my life would not be the same without Jakob. My life has become more devotional thanks to that services Jakob provides. Devotional Service are offered every evening, Surrender Group every Sunday, and Workshops or Retreats on a regular basis at Jakob’s house. Jakob and his family’s life is literally a devotion to God and a service to others. If you can’t surrender the little self, you can’t do this. When my new life in Sedona pulled up some old stacks, I used to go to Surrender house on retreat. I could not have managed these stacks alone, but it was made possible when I stayed at Surrender House. Also, after each workshop or retreat, things were always a little bit lighter. Jakob never tried to claim credit for my experiences. Jakob simply put himself in the position of a servant of God so that the Infinite Grace of God could work through him. For two years in Sedona, my life has changed tremendously (both internally and externally), and these changes have always been thanks Jakob’s help.

Rev. Jakob Merchant has distilled the vital  steps along the path leading to enhanced spirituality, and put it in a format that’s easy to keep handy for the purpose of reading often.  These enlightening tenets on 10 pages bear repetition – Very Uplifting! A book I want to keep on my nightstand!

I have no words to say other than my heartfelt thanks and gratitude to what Jakob represents, and to his wife for hosting such  blessed services, meditation and devotional enlightenment retreats and workshops! I have always looked forward to these services even though I live in Tucson, 3.5 hours away!!

Jakob and Fabiola have been absolutely wonderful hosts. They give you your space, and give attention when needed. Extremely accommodating and kind. The house is clean and so cozy, lots of natural light and vibrant plants. the library in the common area has really made this for me, as I love to read but didnt have much space in my suitcase for more than a couple books. Jakobs spiritual counceling and yoga hike services were above and beyond. This place is magical and will always be a sweet spot in my heart.

❤️ Hello. My name is Eric Berger and my wife, Stephenie, and I were blessed to be married at the Sedona Surrender Retreat on June 1st, 2019.

It was incomparably the most beautiful, kind, sweet, Divine, Loving, amazing, heartfelt and overall incredible wedding ceremony that I have ever been to in any capacity. Still blown away by it…

The amount of thought, Love, gentleness, consideration and Power that went into facilitating it is a seemingly crystal-clear testimony that it was Divinely orchestrated from start to finish.

Fabiola and Jacob’s house was perfect, and they both were equally wonderful. The location is great if you want avoid the tourist traps on town and dive into nature and incredible views. Their home is beautiful with a great garden and easy access to parks. They are both great communicators, very helpful, super nice, loving and hospitable. Kitchen is stocked with everything you need. The house is definitely stocked with essentials, ranging from shampoo and conditioner to coffee, tea and a creamer in the fridge. Our room as the rest of their house is tastefully decorated, very comfortable bed and extremely clean place. In addition, their breakfast was amazing, not only healthy, but very filling as well. We would visit their house again in a heartbeat. Thank you Fabiola and Jacob for this wonderful experience.

Jakob and Fabiola are wonderful hosts. Their home is absolutely gorgeous, their breakfasts tasty and nutritious, their labynth, fish pond and hammock are so inviting to help relax, close to Crescent Moon State Park on Oak Creek, near Cathedral Rock. I highly recommended their yoga retreat to anyone staying in Sedona, Arizona