Beloved, now we are children of God. It is not yet revealed what we will be; but we know that when he is revealed, we will be like him, for we will see him just as he is. Everyone who has this hope set on him purifies himself, even as he is pure.
–1 John 3:2-3

A still-wrapped present can never be fully enjoyed.

Sure, there’s some joy in anticipation, wher…