We offer three types of Christian credentials

For each of them we require a Statement of Conduct and a reference with name,  mobile number and emailaddress of the pastor of the church you are attending.

The Biblical requirements for all the three levels

  • Salvation - Testimony to having experienced the new birth (John 3:5).

  • Baptism in the Holy Spirit - Testimony to having received the baptism in the Holy Spirit with the initial physical evidence of speaking in other tongues according to Acts 2:4. The Spirit-filled life will enable a minister to fulfill the fourfold mission of the church.

  • Evidence of call - Clear evidence of a divine call to the ministry, evidenced by a personal conviction, confirmed by the work of the Holy Spirit and the testimony of fellow ministers.

  • Christian character - A blameless Christian life and a good report of those who are without (Titus 1:7; 1 Timothy 3:7).

  • Doctrinal position - A thorough understanding of and agreement with our doctrinal position as contained in our Statement of Faith.

  • Church fellowship -  A satisfactory working knowledge of the principles, practices, and purposes of the Church fellowship.

  • Voluntary cooperation and commitment to the Church fellowship - An active loyalty to the Church fellowship, a cooperative spirit, and a readiness to seek and receive the counsel of older mature Christians and those in positions of authority.

 

Level 1: Exhorter

This is the introductory level of credentials. We expect ministers, whether in parttime or full-time vocational ministry, to actively advance in faith and serve the local church while using their gifts and calling in a safe church environment. After one year and continued study, exhorter ministers may apply for promotion. 

Education requirements:

  • The Four Gospels

  • Introduction to Hermeneutics

  • Relationships and Ethics in Ministry

  • Introduction to Pentecostal Doctrine

  • The Spirit Empowered Church

  • Church History, Missions, and Governance

  • Introduction to Theology

  • Old Testament Survey

  • New Testament Survey

  • Beginning Practicum

Donation $ 150,--

Level 2: Licensed

Those licensed by The Rider on the white horse Bible Seminary exhibit a definite call by God. They have already identified their spiritual gifts and use them in the context of Christian service. Licensed ministers do pursue vocational ministry. They are eligible for promotion after two years and continued study.

Education requirements:

  • Acts

  • Prison Epistles

  • Evangelism

  • Romans

  • Introduction to Homiletics

  • Eschatology

  • Leadership Skills

  • Conflict Resolution

  • Intermediate Practicum

  • Missions

Donation $ 150,--

 

Level 3: Ordained

Ordination is considered the highest goal in the credentialing process. Ministers are commissioned with the full support and authority of The Rider on the white horse Bible Seminary. Though ordained ministers are not required to serve in full-time vocational roles, we expect desire to remain active in ministry in whatever capacity that may be.  

Education requirements:

  • Pentateuch

  • Preaching in Context

  • Church Administration, Law  & Finance

  • Prayer and Worship

  • Pastoral Ministry

  • Poetic Books

  • 1 & 2 Corinthians

  • Advanced Practicum

Donation $ 150,--

Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. 2 Timothy 2:15