Kari Jobe Where I Find You Cd Review

     The authenticity that Kari Jobe brings to pure intimate worship sets her apart from the contemporary Christian music industry. It is what has drawn such a hungering fan base toward her music ministry and created tremendous turn outs at conferences where she can be found leading others into the shekinah glory of Almighty God.

     Ministry has surrounded Kari since she was a little girl. She began sharing her gift at the tender age of three and continues to be highly involved in leading worship at Gateway Church. Christ For the Nations was a turning point for Kari as elders saw something different in her spirit that stood out from others. Thankfully, they pointed Kari in a direction that has brought her gift to the world.

     On January 24, 2012 Sparrow Records will introduce her second album release Where I Find You. In the midst of the new sound she brings to this album a few are reminiscent of her first self-titled release. Though the message remains the same throughout, musically you are reminded of contemporary artist like Britt Nicole and Natalie Grant.

   "After singing about the importance of making time for intimate worship on my first album, I wanted to take the next step on Where I Find You. These songs come from such a honest place of praising God for what He’s done—and what He’s continuing to do in our lives—because of His grace and goodness. "

     The personal visitation that Kari experienced during the recording sessions is one of the things she hopes to transfer into the heart of others. "There were many instances when we had to stop whatever we were working on because I needed to go outside, take a walk and have my own time with God for a few minutes," Kari remembers. "Again and again, I was so overtaken by how present He was while we were recording, and it’s my hope and desire that people really feel the strength and intercession that was taking place while I worked on the album."

     I do believe there are several songs on Where I find you that will eventually be climbing the charts on the waves of Klove Radio and hundreds of other local Christian radio stations. We Are, has already proven to be productive and well accepted by the general status quo of contemporary worship. Steady My Heart and Run To You are also very similar in sound conveying a message of relying on God to calm us in the midst of the storm when we run to Him.

     When it comes down to sharing the love and intimacy of Christ Kari feels that sometimes it’s best to abide, simply knowing He is there.

"Ultimately, it’s about declaring who He is and enjoying the simplicity of knowing the Lord is near. He’s for us, He loves us, and sometimes, we need to just stop, enjoy His presence and take that in."

     There are two tracks that really bring this sentiment to heart and awaken the need to first seek Him, then abide in Him. Find You On My Knees is a proclamation to God that no matter what predicament we may be in, we will find as we kneel before Him that He is there holding us and carrying us through. On Saviors Here Kari brings us to remembrance of all He has done for us in a very passionate way. "You have saved us, You have won. Sin is broken, death is gone Freedom's found us, breakthrough's near In Your presence, no more fear"

When Kari sings, I believe you can almost hear her smiling at times. In the songs Rise and Stars In The Sky this seems to be the case. We Exalt Your Name is a tribute to God, featuring Matt Maher. The harmony is crisp and beautiful in this masterpiece that builds to an all satisfying conclusion. Personally I would love to hear Kari and Chris August sing Stars in the sky as a duet. Hearing the harmony that she and Matt shared on We exalt your name has me curious to see what she could create teamed up with other talented male vocalists.

     Sometimes in this life we can all get a little weary, when hardship arises or sorrow seems to weigh us down. In the song, Love Came Down Kari reminds us that His love always rescues us simply because we are always His. As long as we stay desperate for Him, and kneel humbly at His feet with lifted hands and broken hearts, He always will send His love down to lift us up again.

     As Kari begins to step out in faith and take the road of contemporary music I believe she will begin to pick up a new fan base. For those who are traditional modern worship enthusiasts who tend to lean toward artists like Amy Grant, Bethany Dillon and Kathryn Scott, picking up a copy of Kari’s new release will be mandatory in their lives.

     On the other side of the spectrum lies in wait those who know and love Kari for what she does best and that is pure, intimate and divine worship. Those who are looking forward to this side of Kari will find spirit filled messages in, One Desire, What Love Is This and Here.  All three of these songs really showcase the pure beauty that is produced through the gift of singing that God has given Kari. The instruments behind her voice are light and angelic offering her talent to truly shine through in these gentle storytelling productions.

     Those who are familiar with her live worship will most likely have One Desire on repeat during prayer time and meditation. "In your presence Lord, I will find my strength. You’re the breath in me, you’re my everything. With my heart bowed low and my hands held high; all consuming fire, you’re my one desire".

     Towards the end of this song, you can feel Kari pushing her vocals while encouraging herself which develops into what I feel is the best produced song on the album.

     I believe Kari has only begun her journey in the Christian music industry and she is currently on her way to being the next Amy Grant. With a heart of a servant she carries the love of God on her sleeve. She has also created a line of A21 Jewelry with her sister Kris where all proceeds go directly toward a program created to end human trafficking and injustice.

"Whether I’m participating in an effort like this or leading worship, it’s all about making a difference," Kari concludes. "That’s the reason I’m doing what I’m doing at this specific moment—to see God’s name lifted high, to encourage the hurt and the broken and to remind everyone to draw close to Him because He really, truly does care about each and every one of His children."

     On January 6th of this year, joining several other gifted musicians and artists Kari will venture out on a four month tour to bring us the annual highly anticipated Winter Jam Tour. For more information about the line up and if they will be visiting a location near you check out their website, Winter Jam Tour.

 

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