Godify

Etymology
From the artwork of Ryzer Uffort; Don't Godify Your Pastor, 2019.

Pronunciation
(American) IPA /'gɑdɪfɑɪ/

Verb
1. (Transitive) to make a god of something or someone in ways of extremities; To give credence and respect to something or someone

2. (Intransitive) to treat someone or something as worthy of glory; to deify.

ɵ Pastors take advantage of the members who godify them.

ɵ few singers are not be godified by their fans; I think this is an incredible act of humility.

Synonyms
(To make god of something)
Deify, exalt, worship, idolize