Stephen Smyth holds a degree in Biotechnology (1^st Class Honours) from the University of  Ulster and is currently working part time towards a PhD in Parasitology. Stephen is employed by Northern Ireland Water Limited as a Chief Microbiologist and Laboratory Manager. He has been a Christian for the past six years and has a passion for sharing the gospel. In his desire to preach the Gospel and help others share their faith more effectively Stephen is a lay preacher in the Baptist Church . Stephen believes that an understanding of the first 11 chapters of the bible is fundamental to fully understanding exactly what Jesus accomplished for us when he died and rose again.