Poems and Insights of a Thoughtful Life 

Original poems, reflective thoughts and cultural commentary–posted weekly

About Lynn

Retired Professor Emeritus of Engineering
Location: McKinney, Texas, United States

Married to Martha for more than sixty years, with four children and seven granddaughters, a life of faith, family, and service has shaped both career and calling.

Professional experience includes twenty-four years in industry serving in a range of engineering management roles, followed by sixteen years in higher education as Professor of Engineering and leader and founding member of the electrical engineering program at Oklahoma Christian University.  Current research focused on bible, culture, and traditions continues the joy of learning and sharing.

Additional service includes partnering with another engineer to found  an international seminar business focused on wireless communications and participating in several faith-based boards and initiatives:

  • Original board member of Let’s Start Talking, assisting in the creation of its first training manual, providing training, and supervision of numerous mission groups
  • Board member for the Foundation of Biblical Studies – Institute of Theology and Christian Ministry in St. Petersburg, Russia
  • Board member for the South Pacific Bible College in New Zealand
  • Elder at High Pointe Church of Christ and Westside Church of Christ in McKinney, Texas

Strategic planning contributions have supported education, industry, and church organizations, including facilitation and Group Dynamics  training for group leaders and discussion groups. Years of teaching Bible classes, conducting home studies, and participating in summer mission work have deepened a lifelong commitment to Christian education and leadership development.

Professional and mission work with cultures in over 30 countries and a life lived long provides material for numerous thought-provoking essays exploring themes of Scripture, culture, traditions  and leadership.

Currently a member of the Crossway Church of Christ in Celina, Texas

Much of what shapes our lives—our traditions, culture, and even church practices—is often accepted without much reflection. These Reflective Thoughts are written to stir the mind and heart, inviting readers to pause and ask, Why do we think that? Why do we do that? The aim is not to unsettle, but to awaken gentle curiosity that  encourages deeper understanding, stronger faith, and more intentional living. Through honest questioning and quiet reflection, these writings seek to bless others by awakening thoughtful, meaningful e

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