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If you listen to television and radio preachers (and I don’t), you will have a pretty distorted view of Jesus and of Christianity. They have discovered the same concept that sociologist and economist Edward Castronova has written about. Rallying around a common enemy drives players and money to the game.
And since Satan himself is invisible […]

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May 6, 2008 category: Continuing Conversation comments: 4

Dr. Susan Linn of Harvard University is the co-founder of Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood. She says that the consumerist mentality that runs rampant in the U.S. is taking away the childhood of our children. The fact that billions of advertising dollars are spent every year targeting children is a tragedy.
Advertisers and corporate giants spend […]

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May 1, 2008 category: Continuing Conversation comments: 4

“Radical Transparency” is sweeping smart companies and boardrooms across the country. The theme of this trend is: Get Naked and Rule the World.
In a world where information spreads like a virus, trying to hide something—especially something illicit—is not a smart move. According to one expert, “Online is where reputations are made now.” A single Google […]

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Apr 28, 2008 category: Continuing Conversation comments: zero

Noise Pollution negatively affects human health and well-being. This is according to the Noise Pollution Clearinghouse. But somehow, we must learn to discern the difference between what is noise and what is not. This is likely the message of 1 Kings 19.
Elijah discovered that the Voice of God was not in the wind, the earthquake, […]

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Apr 15, 2008 category: Continuing Conversation comments: 2

The Resurrection and the Ascension of Jesus happened almost 2,000 years ago. However, the impact of those events are still felt by those of us who follow Christ today. But what evidence of the Resurrection remains today for those who are not followers?
If we explore the central message of Jesus that He passed […]

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Apr 7, 2008 category: Continuing Conversation comments: 3

The Bible records the Ascension of Jesus as being 40 days after the Resurrection. During that time Jesus appeared to many people and gave many proofs that he was alive again.
But on the day he ascended, the disciples just weren’t quite ready. They hadn’t “figured it all out” as of yet. So they […]

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Apr 7, 2008 category: Continuing Conversation comments: zero

It is one of the most compelling stories in the scriptures. The events surrounding the death and resurrection of Jesus are the climax of civilization. Creation reached its apex on that first Easter morning.
And the fact that Jesus was alive again was witnessed first of all by a woman—of all things! This part of the […]

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Mar 28, 2008 category: Continuing Conversation comments: one

Palm Sunday is the day we set aside to celebrate the Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem by Jesus and his disciples that begins the Passion Week. His dramatic entrance told a story. While fulfilling prophecy, he was also laying claim to the title Messiah. But it was in a fashion that must have looked a little […]

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Mar 20, 2008 category: Continuing Conversation comments: 5

I think there is something wrong with my mirror. When I look at myself in it, I don’t look nearly as old as the people who showed up for my 30th class reunion. These people were old.
However, the person I do see, I don’t always like. Unfortunately, my reflection tells a story. And […]

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Mar 10, 2008 category: Continuing Conversation comments: 12

What have you learned from molding clay?
In your dance with God, which one of you leads?
Do you feel like God is molding you, or chiseling you? Explain.

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Mar 6, 2008 category: Continuing Conversation comments: zero

Are you a spendthrift, a tightwad, or something in between?
Whose words spoke to you from the video?
Why do you give your money to this community?

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Feb 26, 2008 category: Continuing Conversation comments: 2

Have you ever bought something you didn’t need because of the marketing?
Of the intentional choices we have made regarding structure, leadership, teaching style, music, culture and relationships, what appeals to you?
In what ways did you connect with the video speaker, LaDonna Witmer

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Feb 20, 2008 category: Continuing Conversation comments: one


welcome to agoratulsa.com

A•gor•a (Ә-gōr' -Ә) ∍n., pl. [Greek] 1. Marketplace. 2. A place of assembly, debate. 3. Town square.

In the Ancient Scriptures, a public gathering place for: a. business dealings such as the hiring of laborers (Matt. 20:3), b. the buying and selling of goods (Mark 7:4), c. the games of children (Matt. 11:16; Luke 7:32), d. exchange of greetings (Matt. 23:7; Mark 12:38; Luke 11:43; 20:46), e. the holding of trials (Acts 16:19), f. public discussions (Acts 17:17), g. bringing the sick to Jesus (Mark 6:56).

Agora is a gathering of Jesus followers, seekers, doubters, and skeptics who are on a life journey together. Our relationships with one another help us to discover, decide, and define what our relationship to Jesus will ultimately be.

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Agora is located at:

4959 South 79th East Ave
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74145

Please feel free to email us at agora@agoratulsa.com or visit our contact page for phone numbers and directions to the church.



in the news...

18,000 buried under debris in China

More than 18,000 people are reported buried under rubble in just one earthquake-hit city of China as teams of rescuers battle broken roads, mudslides and heavy rain in desperate efforts to reach them. The death toll in Sichuan province alone exceeds 12,000, according to the official Xinhua News Agency.

Posted on 13 May 2008 | 5:23 pm

Q&A: 'Star is a great talent,' Walters says

Barbara Walters joined "Larry King Live" on Monday night, where she talked about her climb to the top of TV and her opinion of former "View" co-stars Star Jones and Rosie O'Donnell.

Posted on 13 May 2008 | 4:40 pm

Clinton looks to West Virginia; Obama, to future

The outcome of West Virginia's primary Tuesday may best be foretold by where Sens. Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama plan to spend the day.

Posted on 13 May 2008 | 4:38 pm

Cyclone food aid may be going to military

The United States has sent more aid to cyclone-devastated Myanmar amid allegations that the ruling military junta is keeping the best foreign supplies for itself and doling out rotting food.

Posted on 13 May 2008 | 4:15 pm


local news...

Man woman are sought in slaying investigation

Authorities want to question two people in connection with the discovery of a slain Chelsea man.

Posted on 13 May 2008 | 11:56 am

Sinking feeling growing

Picher residents thought they had seen it all mdash until Saturday.

Posted on 13 May 2008 | 11:52 am

Dozens of homes lost

More than 150 homes were reported destroyed or damaged as federal state and local teams began Monday to assess damage from a major tornado that tore through Picher on Saturday.

Posted on 13 May 2008 | 11:50 am

Health program to grow

Tulsa Camp Fire USA has received financing to begin a program to promote health and nutrition in children of diverse and underserved communities.

Posted on 13 May 2008 | 11:41 am