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Just came back from a brilliant day at the Cardiff Men's Convention. The theme was 'Men of Action', looking at how Christians can and should share the good news of Jesus with people around them, as a natural result of Jesus Christ himself living in those who trust him. We don't do witnessing, we are witnesses!

But the teaching which struck me most came from reflecting on Acts chapter 8, where Philip is led off the beaten track, out of his patch, to speak to an Ethiopian government official. The official is in his chariot reading from the Bible and seeking an explanation for what he reads. And into his situation God brings his discerning disciple Philip, who leads the conversation straight to Jesus. Wonderfully, the official puts his faith in Christ there and then, beginning a new life and, on returning home, a new church.

The speaker Charles Price drew out the principle for simple, trustful, daily sharing of Jesus with others. We ask our Guiding God to bring us, as Discerning Disciples, into the lives of Seeking Souls. He is the Lord of the harvest, and in amazing ways, he leads us into the paths of those who need to hear the gospel. We need to be flexible, hard working, willing to take initiative, and above all, putting ourselves in his hands as his tools.

Charles shared several stories of what initially seemed frustrating circumstances - a delayed flight, a fruitless day knocking at people's doors - yet where God used him in weakness to bring the gospel of God's grace to people hungry for him. We can trust him in every situation, even if it is difficult. He wants to use us for his kingdom - but are we willing to be available to be used?

And what about you reading this? Perhaps you're a discerning disciple in need of encouragement to keep trusting God and keep asking for his opportunities. But perhaps you're seeking meaning in your life, a reason to get out of bed each morning.

Jesus really is the treasure you are searching for. Through his forgiveness, signed and sealed by his death on the cross, he brings freedom from your guilt, shame and regrets. Through his being raised from the dead, he brings a promise for the adventure of life neverending with Christ as your courageous rescuer and loving ruler. And through his Spirit poured into your heart, he brings the change - the freedom from addictions, habits, negative emotions and sin in your life. There is nothing but joy to be had in Jesus!

Don't wait - give your life to him now. Pray to him for the first time, from your heart. Thank him for dying on the cross for you. Ask him to forgive your sins. Let him take charge of your new life.