Ordination & Consecration

At Christlike Bible Institute (CBII), the journey to becoming a verified minister is more than just an academic exercise; it is a process of transformation and alignment. Drawing from the school's focus on purpose and the "Christlike" nature, the path from student to verified official involves several distinct milestones.

​The process is designed to ensure that a leader does not just carry a title, but carries the character and competence required to steward the office of a man or woman of God.

​1. Preparation: The Academic and Spiritual Foundation

​Before any ceremony takes place, the candidate must undergo rigorous preparation. CBII typically utilizes a one-year intensive program (or shorter certificate tracks) designed to move a believer from a state of "potential" to "readiness."

​Theological Grounding: Candidates complete courses in Hermeneutics (proper Bible interpretation), Homiletics (the art of preaching), and Practical Ministry. 

​The Fasting and Prayer Curriculum: Unique to this institute is the integration of weekly fasting and prayer services. This is based on the principle that a minister’s authority is born in the secret place.

​Impartation: Regular services are held where senior leaders "stir up the gifts" within the students, ensuring that the transition is spiritual, not just intellectual. 

​2. Ordination: The Legal and Ecclesiastical Authorization

​Once the training is complete, the candidate enters the Ordination phase. At CBII, ordination is viewed as the formal recognition of God’s call. 

​The Rite of Ordination: This is the legal act where the institute authorizes the individual to perform sacred duties, such as baptisms, weddings, and funerals.

​Laying on of Hands: Following biblical precedent, senior apostles and pastors (such as Apostle InnocentOseiPoku) lay hands on the candidates, symbolizing the transfer of authority and the blessing of the presbytery.

​3. Consecration: The Sanctification of the Office

​While ordination deals with the function of the minister, Consecration focuses on the nature of the minister.

​Setting Apart: Consecration is a deeper spiritual commitment where the minister is "set apart" for a specific office or a higher level of holiness. It is the public vow to live a life that mirrors the "Christlike" standard the institute is named after.

​Commitment to Character: This stage emphasizes that the "office" is only as strong as the man or woman who holds it.

​4. Certification: The Credentialing Document

​After the spiritual and legal rites are performed, the Certificate is issued. This document serves as the tangible proof of the candidate's journey.

​Diploma/Certificate Issuance: Depending on the track (Diploma in Theology or Certificate in Church Leadership), the institute provides a formal credential that can be used for ministerial licensing.

​The Mark of Approval: This certificate confirms that the individual has met the academic requirements, the spiritual standards, and the practical demands of the institute.

​5. Verification: The Final Registry

​The final step is Verification. This is when the minister is officially added to the institute's ministerial database or hub.

​Validation of Status: Before a minister is considered "verified" in the eyes of the public and legal bodies, their credentials must be finalized in the CBII registry.

​Ongoing Mentorship: Verification often comes with the expectation of continued alignment with the institute’s values and participation in the Christlike Bible Network (CBN).

​The Goal of the Process

​The ultimate aim of CBII is to ensure that by the time a minister is verified, they have moved from discovery (knowing their purpose) to deployment (serving the world). As Dr. Myles Munroe often emphasized, "Leadership is not about control, but service. It is not about power, but empowerment." CBII’s process ensures that the man is ready for the office before the office is given to the man.