At The Citadel, prayer is not just a discipline. It is our foundation.
Our very beginning was birthed in prayer, and everything we do continues to flow from that place of communion with God.
We believe that God always responds to a people who will humble themselves and seek His face. When we pray in faith, we encounter the manifestation of His love, grace, and power, both to us and within us.
“The effectual, fervent prayer of a righteous person avails much” (James 5:16).
Prayer unites us as a family and aligns our hearts with the will of God. When we gather, whether in small groups, worship services, or dedicated times of fasting and intercession, we create space for His presence to move freely among us, healing, guiding, and strengthening His people. We come together with one voice to seek His heart and invite His Kingdom to come in our city and beyond.
Prayer keeps us humble, dependent, and expectant. It is where vision is received, faith is ignited, and lives are transformed. As a community, we carry one another’s burdens, celebrate answered prayers, and believe in miracles side by side.
At The Citadel, we don’t just pray. We build everything through prayer.
At The Citadel, unity is at the heart of who we are. We believe that when God’s people walk together in love and purpose, His presence dwells among them in power. Unity is not sameness. It is the beauty of many hearts and gifts moving together under one Spirit.
Jesus prayed that His followers would be one, just as He and the Father are one. This unity is more than agreement; it’s a reflection of God’s love to the world. When we honor one another, choose grace over offense, and serve each other selflessly, we create an environment where the Holy Spirit can move freely.
“For there the Lord commanded the blessing, life forevermore” (Psalm 133:3).
Where unity exists, God’s blessing flows. It strengthens relationships, releases vision, and reveals Christ to our community. Division weakens, but unity builds. It is what allows the glory of God to be released in the church.
At The Citadel, we are one family. We are united in love, purpose, and the pursuit of God’s presence so that His glory may fill His house.
At The Citadel, faith is foundational to everything we believe and do. We believe that faith is the doorway to a true relationship with Jesus Christ. It is by faith that we are saved, and by faith that we continue to walk daily in His promises.
Scripture reminds us that “without faith it is impossible to please God” (Hebrews 11:6). Faith is more than belief; it is active trust in the character and goodness of God. It empowers us to step beyond what we can see and to live in full confidence that His Word is true and His power is at work in our lives.
Faith is essential to fulfilling our God-given purpose. As a community, we encourage one another to live by faith — to believe in the impossible, speak God’s promises, and move forward even when the path is uncertain.
At The Citadel, we are a people of faith — believing, declaring, and walking in the reality of God’s Kingdom on earth.
At The Citadel, we are an exegetical community committed to teaching the unadulterated Word of God. We believe that Scripture is the ultimate authority: living, powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart (Hebrews 4:12).
The Word of God is not just a historical text; it is alive and active, revealing the heart of the Father and transforming the lives of those who receive it. Through the faithful teaching and application of Scripture, we grow in wisdom, maturity, and spiritual strength.
All true revelation must align with, and never contradict, the Word of God. Scripture is the foundation for sound doctrine, the source of truth, and the lens through which we discern the voice and will of God.
At The Citadel, we build everything upon the Word — teaching it with clarity, living it with integrity, and allowing it to shape every part of our lives.
At The Citadel, we believe in the power and person of the Holy Spirit. He is the third person of the Trinity — fully God — and He is active in the lives of believers today. The Holy Spirit was not given only for the early church; He continues to move with power, wisdom, and grace in our generation.
The Holy Spirit is essential in our church and daily lives. He is our Counselor, Comforter, and Helper — the One who empowers us to live holy lives and to carry out the supernatural works that reveal the Kingdom of God.
As a non-cessationist church, we believe that the spiritual gifts described in Scripture, including prophecy, tongues, and healing, are still active and available to believers today. We believe that signs, miracles, and healings are for today and that they happen through the person and power of the Holy Spirit.
During our gatherings, we intentionally make room for His presence– listening, yielding, and responding as He leads.
At The Citadel, we partner with the Holy Spirit in all things — allowing Him to transform hearts, renew minds, and empower us to demonstrate God’s love and power to the world.
At the heart of The Citadel is a deep commitment to family. We believe that family is a God-ordained institution: the foundation of a thriving church and a healthy community. Strong families build strong churches, and strong churches transform cities.
We are dedicated to nurturing healthy, Christ-centered families through love, support, and encouragement. Our desire is to help families grow together in faith, unity, and purpose — creating homes where God’s presence is honored and His Word is lived out daily.
We emphasize that family comes before ministry. Leaders are first called to be faithful husbands, wives, mothers, and fathers before they are ministers or servants in the church. When families are whole, ministry flows with authenticity and strength.
At The Citadel, we honor God by building families that reflect His love, stability, and faithfulness to the world.
At The Citadel, we value fasting as a vital spiritual discipline that draws us closer to God and aligns our hearts with His will. From our very beginning, birthed out of a 40-day fast, fasting has been part of our identity and spiritual rhythm.
We believe that fasting humbles the soul, sharpens spiritual sensitivity, and releases divine power and direction. It is not about earning God’s favor, but about creating space for His presence to transform us. Through fasting, we quiet the noise of the world so that we can clearly hear the voice of the Lord.
Fasting strengthens prayer, deepens dependence on the Holy Spirit, and positions us to experience breakthrough in our lives, families, and church.
At The Citadel, we fast because we hunger for God, His presence, His power, and His purposes to be revealed in and through us.
At The Citadel, we believe that true leadership looks like service. Jesus modeled this when He washed the feet of His disciples and taught that “the greatest among you must be a servant.” Leadership in the Kingdom of God is not about status or position, but about humility, sacrifice, and love.
Servant leaders lead from the heart, with integrity, compassion, and a desire to see others grow into their God-given potential. Every leader at The Citadel is called to serve first, lead second, and always follow the example of Christ.
When leaders serve with humility and joy, the church thrives in unity and strength. Servant leadership builds trust, cultivates honor, and releases the gifts of others into full maturity.
At The Citadel, we lead by serving and follow Jesus’ example to love, lift, and lead others into their purpose.
At The Citadel, we believe in legacy and in equipping the next generation. We are called to invest in the future by empowering our children, teens, and young adults to know God, discover their purpose, and walk boldly in it.
We dedicate time, energy, and resources to ensure that every young person is spiritually grounded, emotionally strong, and practically equipped to become a productive citizen and a light in their generation. We encourage them to dream big, knowing that God’s dream for their lives is far greater than anything they could imagine.
We believe that our sons and daughters are future problem-solvers and world changers who are destined to impact every sphere of society. From doctors, lawyers, scientists, educators, singers, musicians, and artists to athletes and ministry leaders, we are raising up a generation that will carry God’s love, creativity, and excellence into every part of the world.
At The Citadel, we build for legacy, and invest in the next generation so that the Kingdom of God will advance through them.
At The Citadel, we believe in living generously. Generosity reflects the very heart of God: a God who loved so deeply that He gave His only Son. We see giving not as an obligation, but as an act of worship and a joyful response to God’s abundant goodness.
A generous church is a powerful church. Through our giving of time, talent, and treasure, we make room for God’s Kingdom to expand as we help meet needs, change lives, and advance the gospel in our community and beyond.
Generosity isn’t just about finances; it’s a posture of the heart. We give love freely, serve others selflessly, and extend grace abundantly. As we give, God multiplies — pouring out blessings that strengthen both the giver and the receiver.
At The Citadel, we live to give, and sow generously so that others may encounter the transforming love of Jesus Christ.
At The Citadel, we believe in the power of honor. Honor is a Kingdom principle that creates an atmosphere where God’s presence dwells and people flourish. To honor means to recognize the God-given value in every person and to treat them with respect, humility, and love.
We honor God first by giving Him our wholehearted worship and obedience. We honor one another by celebrating each person’s calling, gift, and contribution to the body of Christ. We also honor those in authority and leadership, understanding that honor brings order, unity, and blessing to the house of God.
We believe that honor unlocks the flow of God’s grace and power. Where honor is present, hearts are open, relationships are strengthened, and the Holy Spirit moves freely.
At The Citadel, we choose a culture of honor toward God, toward one another, and toward those He has placed in our lives so that His glory may be revealed through us.
At The Citadel, we believe in the finished work of the Cross and the victory it secured for every believer. Through Jesus’ death and resurrection, sin, shame, and death were completely defeated. The Cross is not only a symbol of sacrifice, it is the source of our salvation, identity, and power.
Because of what Jesus accomplished, we fight from a place of victory, not for it. The battle has already been won. We no longer strive for acceptance or breakthrough. We live from the grace and triumph that Christ has already provided.
This victory empowers us to live free from fear, sin, and condemnation. It gives us confidence to walk in faith, authority, and joy, knowing that “greater is He that is in us than he that is in the world.” Every promise of God finds its fulfillment in the Cross of Christ.
At The Citadel, we stand in the victory of Jesus, living daily in the power, grace, and freedom purchased for us through the finished work of the Cross.
At The Citadel, we believe in discipleship, not just attendance. Jesus did not call us to build crowds; He commanded us to make disciples. Our goal is not merely to fill seats on Sunday mornings, but to form hearts that look like Jesus every day of the week.
We believe that the true measure of a church’s effectiveness is how many genuine disciples of Christ it produces. Discipleship is the process of growing from spiritual infancy to mature sonship, believers who know God deeply, live faithfully, and can be entrusted with expanding His Kingdom on the earth.
Our mission is to bring people from babes in Christ to mature sons and daughters of God — people who reflect His nature, carry His presence, and serve others with humility and love. Discipleship means walking together in community, learning obedience to the Word, and allowing the Holy Spirit to shape us into the image of Christ.
At The Citadel, we are committed to making disciples who live selfless, Spirit-led lives, fully devoted to Jesus and His Kingdom purpose.
At The Citadel, we emphasize the importance of living cross-shaped lives. The Cross is not only the place where Jesus died for us, it is also the pattern for how we are called to live. A cross-shaped life means surrender, humility, and selfless love expressed in everyday choices.
We believe that following Jesus means embracing His way, laying down our own desires, taking up our cross, and living for the glory of God and the good of others. True discipleship is formed in the shadow of the Cross, where pride is broken, grace is received, and love flows freely.
When we live cross-shaped lives, we reflect Christ’s character to the world, forgiving freely, serving faithfully, and loving sacrificially. This is how the Kingdom of God advances: through people who live cruciform lives, shaped by the mercy and power of Jesus.
At The Citadel, we live beneath the Cross, and allow its power to transform our hearts, our relationships, and our witness to the world.
At The Citadel, we believe in the power of community. We are more than a congregation. We are a spiritual family of families joined together in Christ. We belong to the Church universal, the body of believers across the earth, united by our faith and our love for Jesus.
We believe that God has called us to do life together: to serve one another, to honor one another, and to prefer others above ourselves. True community is built on love, humility, and mutual care. It is where we walk in genuine brotherhood and sisterhood, growing together in grace and truth.
When one among us is weak, we lift them up. We mourn with those who mourn and rejoice with those who rejoice, embodying the compassion and unity of Christ. In community, no one stands alone. We are strengthened by shared faith, prayer, and purpose.
At The Citadel, we are a family. We walk together in love, carrying one another’s burdens, and revealing the heart of Jesus to the world.
At The Citadel, we believe in the power and purpose of the local church. The local church is God’s chosen instrument to reveal His Kingdom on the earth: a living expression of His love, truth, and power in every community.
We believe that every believer is called to belong, not just attend. The local church is a place to grow, serve, and be equipped for ministry. It is where disciples are made, gifts are developed, and the body of Christ functions in unity to advance God’s mission.
We are a spiritual family committed to our city and to one another, carrying the light of Christ beyond our walls into every sphere of influence. We believe that the local church is both the training ground and launching pad for Kingdom impact.
At The Citadel, we love the local church because Jesus loves His church. We are honored to be His hands and feet, building His Kingdom together in Northern Virginia and beyond.
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