Merge is a college ministry based out of Mountain Top Church in Cisco, Texas. Merge is led by college director Conner Baker and meets weekly with students to provide an opportunity for worship, teaching, and connection. Visit our website www.mymtc.org to learn more about Merge.
Sometimes the best way for us to understand what a person says is to look at what they didn't say. In this series we break down the red letters of the Bible and talk about things Jesus didn't say so we can focus on the meaning of what He did say.For more information about who we are be sure to follow us on instagram @merge.ya
Sometimes the best way for us to understand what a person says is to look at what they didn't say. In this series we break down the red letters of the Bible and talk about things Jesus didn't say so we can focus on the meaning of what He did say.For more information about who we are be sure to follow us on instagram @merge.ya
On the road there are notifications that alert us when we start to drift. They are called rumble strips. God has placed this same idea of "rumble strips" in our lives internally and externally. In this intro to the series we discuss why it is necessary to have these in our lives. (inspired by Fresh Life Church)For more information about who we are be sure to follow us on our instagram page @merge.ya
We all end up somewhere in life, but the key is to end up there on purpose. In this message we talk about that no matter where we are living or what occupation we have we can still be living in the purpose that God has for us. To be a light of the world.For more information about who we are be sure to follow us on instagram @merge.ya
On the road there are notifications that alert us when we start to drift. They are called rumble strips. God has placed this same idea of "rumble strips" in our lives internally and externally. In this intro to the series we discuss why it is necessary to have these in our lives. (inspired by Fresh Life Church)For more information about who we are be sure to follow us on our instagram page @merge.ya
On the road there are notifications that alert us when we start to drift. They are called rumble strips. God has placed this same idea of "rumble strips" in our lives internally and externally. In this intro to the series we discuss why it is necessary to have these in our lives. (inspired by Fresh Life Church)For more information about who we are be sure to follow us on our instagram page @merge.ya
Kicking off our new Fall Semester we talk about the idea of comparison. We talk about the problems that arise from living a lifestyle of comparison and how we can combat those feelings when they arise!For more information about who we are be sure to follow us on instagram @merge.ya
Life does not always go how we think it should be. In this series we discuss the book of Habakkuk and how sometimes we may feel like God has abandoned us or doesn't really care about us, and how through those feelings we can wrestle with situation, but still hold and embrace who we know God to be.For more information about who we are be sure to follow us on instagram @merge.ya
Life does not always go how we think it should be. In this series we discuss the book of Habakkuk and how sometimes we may feel like God has abandoned us or doesn't really care about us, and how through those feelings we can wrestle with situation, but still hold and embrace who we know God to be.For more information about who we are be sure to follow us on instagram @merge.ya
Living in the US a person is 6x more likely to be depressed than any other nation. It is a struggle that many people face, but in many cases is not handled correctly. In this message we talk about what steps a person can take to help combat the feelings of depression/anxiety.For more information about who we are be sure to follow us on instagram @merge.ya
Fear can play a big role in defining who we are as a person. However, a fear of failure can paralyze us from achieving any of the tasks God has called us to do. In this message, we discuss how to overcome that fear of failure and 3 pieces of advice that will help us get through it.For more information about who we are be sure to follow us on instagram @merge.ya
Romantic Tragedies are some of the most sought after stories in book and movies. We are thrilled by the story, however you wouldn't wish that kind of relationship on your siblings or best friends.In this message we dive into the story of Samson and talk about how you can choose the right partner to avoid the "Romantic Tragedy" in a relationshipFor more information about who we are be sure to follow Merge on instagram @merge.ya
In part 2 of our Relationship series we dive in and talk about how to know if a guy's love is truly genuine. We look at 1 Corinthians 13 to learn what qualities a man should have to know whether or not he is someone worth committing your life to.For more information about Merge be sure to follow us on instagram @merge.ya
For most people, marriage is the final goal in terms of a relationship with a significant other. However, in today's society 50%+ of marriages are ending in divorce. The reason is because we are practicing poorly while preparing for marriage.For more information follow us on instagram @merge.ya
2 Corinthians talks about being made new in Christ. Our old self is gone, or it should be. In this message we talk about making sure we are having truth faith by listening to the words of Christ and allowing ourselves to be made new in Him.For more information about Merge follow us on instagram @merge.ya
Sometimes we tend to use the wrong measurements when it comes to seeing whether or not we are Spiritually Mature. In this message, Conner talks about what we need to lay down to become a true follower of Christ
Worship plays a huge role in the world of church and our relationship with Christ. In this message we dive in and talk about making sure we are prepared to worship God and to keep our commitments to him
In 1 Corinthians, Paul writes to the church that everyone plays a crucial part whether they believe it or not. In this first part of our series we discuss that no matter where you came from or what talents you have, you have something to bring forward to the church.
Merge is back for another semester! In this message Conner talks about purpose and how whether we think it or not, we all have one.
In this message, we discuss why it is crucial to heal from the wounds from our past. Whether it was a person or situation that caused damage in our life we have a responsibility to forgive and no longer let it define the person that we are today.
Continuing in the series, Own the Moment, we discuss what it looks like for people who have been burned by the church. There are many different factors that play into people not wanting to be a part of the church, but normally, the top two are either bad experiences or that the church is full of hypocrites.
Launching into the year of 2018, Conner talks about "Owning the Moment." As humans sometimes we tend to cast blame for certain things that have gone wrong in our life, but looking at Mark 8:34, Jesus has called us to deny ourselves and take up our cross. To own our actions and our decisions.
Sometimes we find ourselves in a position where we know we have messed up but are nervous about returning back to where we began. Sometimes we come across people in our lives who have harmed us. In this message Conner talks about what to do in either situation
There are many times we want to be sold out for Christ, but there is something that holds us back. In this message, Conner talks about letting go of that thing that is keeping you from being all in.
We live in a generation that has the "It's no big deal" mentality. Our word is no longer important to us. Conner talks about how we need to keep to our commitments and uses the story of Jephthah, from Judges 11, to dive into how God says we need to keep our commitments. (inspired by The Porch)
In life we tend to get caught up on all of the urgent and busy things that we need to take care of. However, if we would focus on what is most important first, then we would not have as many urgent things pop up. (Inspired by Life.Church)
Many people choose to go through life by themselves, however that is not what we are people are called to do. Looking at Philippians 1:27, we look at how we are supposed to live together in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ!
Our lives can become easily distracted by things around us and our focus can turn from trying to live out the purpose God has designed us for to trying to be well liked by everyone and be popular. In this message we look at Hebrews 11:24-26 and talk about how we need to remain focused on the purpose God wants for our lives (Inspired by Life.Church)
Our habits are what produce our legacy. Simply, we become what we repeatedly do. As we explore scripture in Romans and 1 Corinthians, we talk about how even though we know what is best, our sin keeps us from doing the right thing and we need train our bodies to what is right. (Inspired by Life.Church)
Our words have the power of life and death. It matters if we are speaking life-giving words or life-taking words. In this message we discuss the power of our tongues and rules about speaking life-giving words (Inspired by Life.Church)
Often times we are so focused on the big changes we need to make in our lives on how we can become successful and achieve the dreams we have always wanted. However, normally it is the small things that no one notices that result in the big things everyone wants. In this message we talk about how changing our thoughts can put us on the path towards success. (Inspired by LifeChurch)