In 1799 the Rosetta Stone was discovered, making possible the translation of previously indecipherable Egyptian hieroglyphics.
What is the “Rosetta Stone” for understanding all of God’s promises? In the West, we understand God’s promises through self-preservation and self-fulfillment, often without even realizing it.
The Bible says that without taking up Christ’s cross daily, it is impossible for us to correctly understand the promises of God.