Amen

Artist: Jonathan Settel
Title: “AMEN”

Review

There are artists who come and go over the years, however it is obvious that world-renowned Jonathan Settel is here for the long run. This great man of G-d has done it again, however this time in a very special way. Produced by Jonathan, “Amen” is one of the best to come yet! I find this release to be both refreshing and very innovative. The obvious anointing around this CD will catch you praising and worshipping the Lord. “Amen” displays Jonathan’s diverse style, from the tenderest song of worship, to praises of proclamation to the Lord. They say that an artist’s music matures along with the artist, and “Amen” clearly exemplifies a wonderful place where many artists pray to get to. Jonathan has arrived.

My first song sample chosen is entitled, “Master Of All Things”, written by Craig Taubman. Proclamation of who the Lord is rings through clearly as a bell in this majestic arrangement. Jonathan captures adoration of the King, both with his strong baritone voice and wonderful adaptation of this uplifting song. Put everything down when listening to this one.

My second song sample chosen is “Jerusalen Tierra Sagrada”, (Jerusalem – Sacred Land), written by Edith and Ariel Mesch. Jonathan has released a few Messianic CD’s in Spanish, which has been embraced by Spanish Messianic music enthusiasts, and this song will be no exception. In fact, I’ve about worn this track out on the CD. A great song of the sacred City of Jerusalem will have you dancing for joy to the Most High.

The third song sample is entitled, “Shehechianu”, Written by Craig Tubman. Jonathan introduces his daughter, Aviva. Her voice is rich in the Settel musical legacy, with a sweet, tender vocal style that will give you the holy goose bumps! Based upon the blessing chanted during Jewish feasts and festivals, Jonathan’s G-d-given ability to put all of heart and soul into his music shines though clearly. It is a true blessing when father and daughter minister in song together. This song will be a true blessing to you.

There is much more to this diverse release, however you will just have to order your copy to experience this excellence in Messianic music.

BIOGRAPHY

Jonathan, husband of Sharon Settel, father of six children; was born in Berlin, Germany and grew up in a traditional Jewish family in Washington, D.C. He studied music at the Inter American University of San German, Puerto Rico. For twenty years he was a vocalist in nightclubs, hotels, bars and cruise ships in the United States. In February of 1984, while employed by Walt Disney World, Jonathan had an "Encounter with Eternity". He became a Believer in Yeshua Ha Mashiach. (Jesus, the Messiah).

He was discipled for six years in a small church in Florida and was one of their worship leaders for their Erev Shabbat Service. In 1990, Jonathan responded to The Lord's call to make "Aliyah" (returned to his homeland, Israel), and moved his family to Jerusalem where he came to love and identify completely with the Israeli culture--and was fired up to "bring the Word forth from Zion". After a tremendous growth in Ministry, in June of 1996, he and his family then returned to the U.S. to fulfill the next part of God's plan for them.

Jonathan, along with his wife Sharon, their two daughters Ariella and Aviva and their son Amiel, now reside in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. They attend Temple Aron HaKodesh, where Jonathan often ministers whenever his schedule permits. After living in Israel for six years, one of their greatest desires is to lead groups to the Chosen Nation of Israel on an annual basis; to have people experience the Land through Jewish Eyes..........Through Yeshua's Eyes!

Jonathan's travels have taken him to many countries as well as a variety of Christian and Messianic Congregations. The passion of this ministry is to see the Body of Messiah unite and in so doing expose Anti-Semitism within the Church. Many have wept in repentance upon altar calls, releasing the Genesis 12:3 blessing.

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