" It is imperative we examine our lives each day in line with the word of God to see whether the second coming brings us joy or fear. We must not deceive ourselves but rather be sure of our salvation."

I love this part. Christians seem to have laid aside the command to examine ourselves. We hastily conclude on everything forgetting that its not the conclusion we make that really matter in itself but its conformity to truth. I believe if we examine ourselves as you rightly said and we sincerely conclude on the truth we will know where we stand and know what to do. Then indeed will the sound of the Second Coming bring joy. We await our Savior... MARANATHA! LORD JESUS COME