The Ministry of Jimmy Russell and Because of Christ was formed in February 1995, when the Lord gave Jimmy a vision to gather a group of true worshippers who would eagerly respond and edify the body of Christ.
BOC was born from an inspired Word of the Lord. 17 years later, BOC remains a group of people from various ministries who desire not to entertain, but to enlighten God’s people and encourage personal relationship over religion.
These worshippers spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ through song in venues great and small from church banquets and services to outdoor festivals, community fundraisers, conventions and more.
Their style and versatility has afforded them the opportunity to share the stage with many of Gospels Premier artist such as Richard Smallwood, JJ Harrison and Youthful Praise, Isaiah Thomas, Izzy as well as perform back-up vocals for Dorothy Norwood, Tramaine Hawkins, Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Lashun Pace, Vanessa Renee Williams and many others.
Ushered to another level with their freshman recording, Jimmy Russell and Because of Christ “LIVE” has a song for everyone and a message that is clear. It is Because Of Christ that we are here, and Because He reigns we will stand firm in Him.