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Galatians 2:4
"And that because of false brethren unawares brought in, who came in privily to spy out our liberty which we have in Christ Jesus, that they might bring us into bondage:"
"Afterward, when it became apparent that the converts among the Gentiles were increasing rapidly, there were a few of the leading brethren at Jerusalem who began to cherish anew their former prejudices against the methods of Paul and his associates. These prejudices strengthened with the passing of the years, until some of the leaders determined that the work of preaching the gospel must henceforth be conducted in accordance with their own ideas. If Paul would conform his methods to certain policies which they advocated they would acknowledge and sustain his work; otherwise they could no longer look upon it with favor or grant it their support. AA 401.2"
Both passages address the issue of prejudice and opposition faced by Paul from some within the Jerusalem church. The EGW passage provides a more detailed narrative of this conflict.
"The entire body of Christians was not called to vote upon the question. The “apostles and elders,” men of influence and judgment, framed and issued the decree, which was thereupon generally accepted by the Christian churches. Not all, however, were pleased with the decision; there was a faction of ambitious and self-confident brethren who disagreed with it. These men assumed to engage in the work on their own responsibility. They indulged in much murmuring and faultfinding, proposing new plans and seeking to pull down the work of the men whom God had ordained to teach the gospel message. From the first the church has had such obstacles to meet and ever will have till the close of time. AA 196.2"
Both passages describe the presence of dissenting voices and opposition within the early church. Galatians 2:4 speaks of 'false brethren' who sought to undermine the freedom in Christ, while EGW describes a faction disagreeing with the council's decision and causing disruption.
Galatians 2:10
"Only they would that we should remember the poor; the same which I also was forward to do."
In every church there should be established a treasury for the poor. Then let each member present a thank offering to God once a week or once a month, as is most convenient. This offering will express our gratitude for the gifts of health, of food, and of comfortable clothing. And according as God has blessed us with these comforts will we lay by for the poor, the suffering, and the distressed. I would call the attention of our brethren especially to this point. Remember the poor. Forego some of your luxuries, yea, even comforts, and help those who can obtain only the most meager food and clothing. In doing for them you are doing for Jesus in the person of His saints. He identifies Himself with suffering humanity. Do not wait until your imaginary wants are all satisfied. Do not trust to your feelings and give when you feel like it and withhold when you do not feel like it. Give regularly, either ten, twenty, or fifty cents a week, as you would like to see upon the heavenly record in th…
Both passages emphasize the importance of remembering and caring for the poor.
Galatians 2:11
"But when Peter was come to Antioch, I withstood him to the face, because he was to be blamed."
"bearing a testimony of reproof for several who were using tobacco, also for Brother Ball, who had been strengthening the hands of our enemies by holding the visions up to ridicule, and publishing bitter things against us in the Crisis , of Boston, and in the Hope of Israel , a paper issued in Iowa. The meeting for the evening was appointed at Brother Farnsworth's. The church was present, and your father there requested Brother Ball to state his objections to the visions and give an opportunity to answer them. Thus the evening was spent. Brother Ball manifested much stiffness and opposition; he admitted himself satisfied upon some points, but held his position quite firmly. Brother Andrews and your father talked plainly, explaining matters which he had misunderstood, and condemning his unrighteous course toward the Sabbathkeeping Adventists. We all felt that we had done the best we could that day to weaken the forces of the enemy. Our meeting held until past ten. 1T 655.1"
Both passages describe someone being confronted for their actions. In Galatians, it's Peter; in EGW, it's Brother Ball. The parallel lies in the act of reproof and resistance.
Galatians 2:11-14
"But when Peter was come to Antioch, I withstood him to the face, because he was to be blamed. For before that certain came from James, he did eat with the Gentiles: but when they were come, he withdrew and separated himself, fearing them which were of the circumcision. And the other Jews dissembled likewise with him; insomuch that Barnabas also was carried away with their dissimulation. But when I saw that they walked not uprightly according to the truth of the gospel, I said unto Peter before them all, If thou, being a Jew, livest after the manner of Gentiles, and not as do the Jews, why compellest thou the Gentiles to live as do the Jews?"
"After all Peter's failures; after his fall and restoration, his long course of service, his intimate acquaintance with Christ, his knowledge of the Saviour's straightforward practice of right principles; after all the instruction he had received, all the gifts and knowledge and influence he had gained by preaching and teaching the word— is it not strange that he should dissemble and evade the principles of the gospel through fear of man, or in order to gain esteem? Is it not strange that he should waver in his adherence to right? May God give every man a realization of his helplessness, his inability to steer his own vessel straight and safe into the harbor. AA 199.2"
The EGW passage directly discusses Peter's dissembling and evading the principles of the gospel, which is the central theme of Galatians 2:11-14. The reference to Peter's actions in Antioch makes this a clear allusion.
My labor has been most discouraging, as I have seen that what God designed has not been accomplished. Often I have inquired in distress: Of what account is all my labor? These brethren took this position: We believe the visions, but Sister White, in writing them, put in her own words, and we will believe that portion which we think is of God, and will not heed the other. This course they have pursued, and have not corrected their lives. They have professed to believe the visions, but have acted contrary to them. Their example and influence have raised doubts in the minds of others. It would have been better for the cause of present truth had they both opposed the gifts. Then the people would not have been deceived, and would not have stumbled over these blind teachers. We have hoped and prayed that they might get right, and exert a good influence upon the flock; but hope has died, and we cannot, dare not, hold our peace longer. We have wronged the church of God, in that we have not spo…
Both passages involve confronting leaders who are acting in a way that harms the church. Galatians 2:11-14 describes Paul's confrontation with Peter, while the EGW passage describes the need to speak out against the harmful actions of certain brethren.
The weight and responsibility of this work lead to great carefulness, cause sleepless nights, and call forth earnest, fervent, agonizing prayer to God. The Lord has led my husband forward to take one responsible position after another. Censure from his brethren wrings his soul with anguish, yet he must not falter in the work. Fellow laborers having an appearance of godliness oppose every advance which God leads him to make, and his precious time must be occupied in traveling from place to place, laboring with distress of mind among the churches to undo what these professed brethren have been doing. Poor mortals! They mistake matters; they have not a true sense of what constitutes a Christian. Those who have been thrust out to bear a plain, pointed testimony, in the fear of God to reprove wrong, to labor with all their energies to build up God's people, and to establish them upon important points of present truth, have too often received censure instead of sympathy and help, while those…
Both passages deal with the challenges of leadership and the opposition faced when correcting others, even those in positions of authority. The EGW passage describes the difficulties her husband faced, while Galatians 2:11-14 recounts Paul's confrontation with Peter. The connection is thematic, revolving around the difficulty of confronting error within the religious community.
Galatians 2:13
"And the other Jews dissembled likewise with him; insomuch that Barnabas also was carried away with their dissimulation."
When Peter, at a later date, visited Antioch, he won the confidence of many by his prudent conduct toward the Gentile converts. For a time he acted in accordance with the light given from heaven. He so far overcame his natural prejudice as to sit at table with the Gentile converts. But when certain Jews who were zealous for the ceremonial law, came from Jerusalem, Peter injudiciously changed his deportment toward the converts from paganism. A number of the Jews “dissembled likewise with him; insomuch that Barnabas also was carried away with their dissimulation.” This revelation of weakness on the part of those who had been respected and loved as leaders, left a most painful impression on the minds of the Gentile believers. The church was threatened with division. But Paul, who saw the subverting influence of the wrong done to the church through the double part acted by Peter, openly rebuked him for thus disguising his true sentiments. In the presence of the church, Paul inquired of Pet…
The EGW passage directly quotes Galatians 2:13, making it an explicit allusion.
Your influence in —— has been injurious. You were opposed to organization, and preached against it in an indefinite manner, not so boldly as some might have done, but you went just as far as you dared to go. In this way you have many times gratified your envious feelings, and created distrust and uncertainty in the minds of many, when if you had come out openly, you would have been plainly understood and could have done but little mischief. When charged with advocating sentiments contrary to the faith of the body, you would not acknowledge it, but mystified your position, and made it appear that the brethren misunderstood you, when you know that the charge was correct. As you now are, the church cannot depend on you. When you manifest the fruits of an entire reform, and give evidence that you are converted, and have overcome your jealousy, then God will again trust His flock to your care. But until you make thorough restitution, you will exert the best influence by staying at home, and…
Both passages deal with dissimulation and its negative impact. Galatians 2:13 describes how others were led astray by dissembling, while the EGW passage discusses how someone 'mystified' their position, creating distrust and uncertainty.
Galatians 2:16
"Knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by the faith of Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Jesus Christ, that we might be justified by the faith of Christ, and not by the works of the law: for by the works of the law shall no flesh be justified."
"The great doctrine of justification by faith, so clearly taught by Luther, had been almost wholly lost sight of; and the Romish principle of trusting to good works for salvation, had taken its place. Whitefield and the Wesleys, who were members of the established church, were sincere seekers for the favor of God, and this they had been taught was to be secured by a virtuous life and an observance of the ordinances of religion. GC 253.2"
The EGW passage directly discusses justification by faith in contrast to works, which is the central theme of Galatians 2:16.
"There are two errors against which the children of God—particularly those who have just come to trust in His grace—especially need to guard. The first, already dwelt upon, is that of looking to their own works, trusting to anything they can do, to bring themselves into harmony with God. He who is trying to become holy by his own works in keeping the law, is attempting an impossibility. All that man can do without Christ is polluted with selfishness and sin. It is the grace of Christ alone, through faith, that can make us holy. SC 59.4"
The EGW passage aligns closely with Galatians 2:16, both emphasizing that justification comes through faith in Jesus Christ, not through works of the law. The rejection of works as a means of justification is a central theme in both passages.
"When Charles Wesley at one time fell ill, and anticipated that death was approaching, he was asked upon what he rested his hope of eternal life. His answer was: “I have used my best endeavors to serve God.” As the friend who had put the question seemed not to be fully satisfied with his answer, Wesley thought: “What! are not my endeavors a sufficient ground of hope? Would he rob me of my endeavors? I have nothing else to trust to.”—John Whitehead, Life of the Rev. Charles Wesley, page 102. Such was the dense darkness that had settled down on the church, hiding the atonement, robbing Christ of His glory, and turning the minds of men from their only hope of salvation—the blood of the crucified Redeemer. GC 253.3"
The EGW passage highlights Charles Wesley's initial reliance on his own efforts for salvation, which is in direct opposition to the message of Galatians 2:16 that justification comes through faith in Christ, not works of the law.
Our next meeting was at Adams Center, N. Y. It was a large gathering. There were several persons in and around this place whose cases had been shown me, for whom I felt the deepest interest. They were men of moral worth. Some were in positions of life which made the cross of the present truth heavy to bear, or at least they thought so. Others, who had reached the middle age of life, had been brought up from childhood to keep the Sabbath, but had not borne the cross of Christ. These were in a position where it seemed hard to move them. They needed to be shaken from relying on their good works, and to be brought to feel their lost condition without Christ. We could not give up these souls, and labored with our might to help them. They were at last moved, and I have since been made glad to hear from some of them, and good news respecting all of them. LS 181.3 God is converting strong men of wealth, and bringing them into the ranks. If they would prosper in the Christian life, grow in grac…
The EGW passage explicitly addresses the need for individuals to move away from relying on good works and to recognize their need for Christ, which directly reflects the principle of justification by faith as stated in Galatians 2:16.
"Paul told the Thessalonian Jews of his former zeal for the ceremonial law and of his wonderful experience at the gate of Damascus. Before his conversion he had been confident in a hereditary piety, a false hope. His faith had not been anchored in Christ; he had trusted instead in forms and ceremonies. His zeal for the law had been disconnected from faith in Christ and was of no avail. While boasting that he was blameless in the performance of the deeds of the law, he had refused the One who made the law of value. AA 228.1"
EGW's statement about Paul's misplaced trust in the law directly reflects the principle articulated in Galatians 2:16, that justification comes through faith in Christ, not works of the law.
"peace in the promises of God, and to point them to Christ as their only hope of salvation. The doctrine that good works can atone for the transgression of God's law they held to be based upon falsehood. Reliance upon human merit intercepts the view of Christ's infinite love. Jesus died as a sacrifice for man because the fallen race can do nothing to recommend themselves to God. The merits of a crucified and risen Saviour are the foundation of the Christian's faith. The dependence of the soul upon Christ is as real, and its connection with Him must be as close, as that of a limb to the body, or of a branch to the vine. GC 73.1"
Both passages assert that justification comes through faith in Jesus Christ, not through works of the law. EGW's statement that good works cannot atone for transgression aligns with Galatians 2:16.
"Before his conversion Paul had regarded himself as blameless “touching the righteousness which is in the law.” Philippians 3:6 . But since his change of heart he had gained a clear conception of the mission of the Saviour as the Redeemer of the entire race, Gentile as well as Jew, and had learned the difference between a living faith and a dead formalism. In the light of the gospel the ancient rites and ceremonies committed to Israel had gained a new and deeper significance. That which they shadowed forth had come to pass, and those who were living under the gospel dispensation had been freed from their observance. God's unchangeable law of Ten Commandments, however, Paul still kept in spirit as well as in letter. AA 190.1"
Both passages discuss justification and the role of the law, although EGW focuses on the shift in Paul's understanding after his conversion, while Galatians 2:16 directly contrasts justification by faith versus works of the law. The connection is thematic and relevant.
Galatians 2:20
"I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me."
"We need the experience that Paul had when he wrote, “I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave Himself for me.” Galatians 2:20 . CT 36.3"
EGW directly quotes Galatians 2:20.
"Paul realized that his sufficiency was not in himself, but in the presence of the Holy Spirit, whose gracious influence filled his heart, bringing every thought into subjection to Christ. He spoke of himself as “always bearing about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life also of Jesus might be made manifest in our body.” 2 Corinthians 4:10 . In the apostle's teachings Christ was the central figure. “I live,” he declared, “yet not I, but Christ liveth in me.” Galatians 2:20 . Self was hidden; Christ was revealed and exalted. AA 251.2"
The EGW passage directly quotes Galatians 2:20.
"Earthly and selfish interests engage the soul, mind, and strength of God's professed followers. To all intents and purposes they are servants of mammon. They have not experienced a crucifixion to the world, with its affections and lusts. But few among the many who profess to be Christ's followers can say in the language of the apostle: “God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the world.” “I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave Himself for me.” If willing obedience and true love characterize the lives of the people of God, their light will shine with a holy brightness to the world. 2T 442.2"
EGW directly quotes Galatians 2:20.
"In His promises and warnings, Jesus means me. God so loved the world, that He gave His only-begotten Son, that I by believing in Him, might not perish, but have everlasting life. The experiences related in God's word are to be my experiences. Prayer and promise, precept and warning, are mine. “I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me , and gave Himself for me .” Galatians 2:20 . As faith thus receives and assimilates the principles of truth, they become a part of the being and the motive power of the life. The word of God, received into the soul, molds the thoughts, and enters into the development of character. DA 390.5"
Ellen White directly references Galatians 2:20 in this passage.
"More than this, Christ changes the heart. He abides in your heart by faith. You are to maintain this connection with Christ by faith and the continual surrender of your will to Him; and so long as you do this, He will work in you to will and to do according to His good pleasure. So you may say, “The life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave Himself for me.” Galatians 2:20 . So Jesus said to His disciples, “It is not ye that speak, but the Spirit of your Father which speaketh in you.” Matthew 10:20 . Then with Christ working in you, you will manifest the same spirit and do the same good works —works of righteousness, obedience. SC 62.3"
Ellen White directly references Galatians 2:20 in this passage.
"To the curious crowd pressing about Jesus there was imparted no vital power. But the suffering woman who touched Him in faith received healing. So in spiritual things does the casual contact differ from the touch of faith. To believe in Christ merely as the Saviour of the world can never bring healing to the soul. The faith that is unto salvation is not a mere assent to the truth of the gospel. True faith is that which receives Christ as a personal Saviour. God gave His only-begotten Son, that I, by believing in Him, “should not perish, but have everlasting life.” John 3:16 . When I come to Christ, according to His word, I am to believe that I receive His saving grace. The life that I now live, I am to “live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave Himself for me.” Galatians 2:20 . MH 62.1"
Ellen White directly references Galatians 2:20 in this passage.
"faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave Himself for me.” Galatians 2:20 . Rest in God. He is able to keep that which you have committed to Him. If you will leave yourself in His hands, He will bring you off more than conqueror through Him that has loved you. SC 71.2"
Ellen White directly references Galatians 2:20 in this passage.
"We need the experience that Paul had when he wrote: “I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave Himself for me.” Galatians 2:20 . MH 457.3"
Ellen White directly references Galatians 2:20 in this passage.
"We need the experience that Paul had when he wrote: “I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave Himself for me.” Galatians 2:20 . 8T 317.3"
Ellen White directly references Galatians 2:20 in this passage.
"Now, as in Christ's day, the work of God's kingdom lies not with those who are clamoring for recognition and support by earthly rulers and human laws, but with those who are declaring to the people in His name those spiritual truths that will work in the receivers the experience of Paul: “I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me.” Galatians 2:20 . Then they will labor as did Paul for the benefit of men. He said, “Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us: we pray you in Christ's stead, be ye reconciled to God.” 2 Corinthians 5:20 . DA 510.2"
Ellen White directly references Galatians 2:20 in this passage.
He who beholds Christ in His self-denial, His lowliness of heart, will be constrained to say, as did Daniel, when he beheld One like the sons of men, “My comeliness was turned in me into corruption.” Daniel 10:8 . The independence and self-supremacy in which we glory are seen in their true vileness as tokens of servitude to Satan. Human nature is ever struggling for expression, ready for contest; but he who learns of Christ is emptied of self, of pride, of love of supremacy, and there is silence in the soul. Self is yielded to the disposal of the Holy Spirit. Then we are not anxious to have the highest place. We have no ambition to crowd and elbow ourselves into notice; but we feel that our highest place is at the feet of our Saviour. We look to Jesus, waiting for His hand to lead, listening for His voice to guide. The apostle Paul had this experience, and he said, “I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the…
Ellen White directly references Galatians 2:20 in this passage.
"Dear brother and sister, you should seek for more harmonious characters. The absence of one essential qualification may render the rest almost inefficient. The principles you profess should be carried into every thought, word, and act. Self should be crucified and the entire being made subordinate to the Lord. 4T 63.4"
Both passages emphasize the need to crucify self and live for Christ. EGW's statement about self being crucified echoes the sentiment expressed in Galatians 2:20.
"***** We need not begin by trying to love one another. The love of Christ in the heart is what is needed. When self is submerged in Christ, true love springs forth spontaneously. 7T 266.2"
The EGW passage directly reflects the principle of Galatians 2:20, emphasizing that true love and a transformed life come from Christ living within, rather than from self-effort. The idea of self being 'submerged in Christ' aligns with being 'crucified with Christ.'
"My brethren, let us put all this aside. We have no right to keep our minds stayed on ourselves, our preferences, and our fancies. We are not to seek to maintain a peculiar identity of our own, a personality, an individuality, which will separate us from our fellow laborers. We have a character to maintain, but it is the character of Christ. Having the character of Christ, we can carry on the work of God together. The Christ in us will meet the Christ in our brethren, and the Holy Spirit will give that union of heart and action which testifies to the world that we are children of God. May the Lord help us to die to self and be born again, that Christ may live in us, a living, active principle, a power that will keep us holy. 9T 187.4"
EGW's emphasis on dying to self and letting Christ live within aligns directly with the core message of Galatians 2:20, where Paul states, 'I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me.'
"The life that Christ lived in this world, men and women can live through His power and under His instruction. In their conflict with Satan they may have all the help that He had. They may be more than conquerors through Him who loved them and gave Himself for them. 9T 22.1"
Both passages emphasize living a life empowered by Christ and His sacrifice. EGW speaks of living the Christ life through His power, while Galatians 2:20 describes Christ living in the believer and the life being lived by faith in Him.
"We must have less trust in what we ourselves can do, and more trust in what the Lord can do for and through us. You are not engaged in your own work; you are doing the work of God. Surrender your will and way to Him. Make not a single reserve, not a single compromise with self. Know what it is to be free in Christ. MH 513.4"
The EGW passage echoes the sentiment of Galatians 2:20, emphasizing surrender to Christ and allowing Him to live through us, rather than relying on our own efforts. The idea of being 'crucified with Christ' aligns with the call to surrender one's will.
"“Abide in Me, and I in you.” Abiding in Christ means a constant receiving of His Spirit, a life of unreserved surrender to His service. The channel of communication must be open continually between man and his God. As the vine branch constantly draws the sap from the living vine, so are we to cling to Jesus, and receive from Him by faith the strength and perfection of His own character. DA 676.2"
The EGW passage uses the imagery of the vine and branches to illustrate the need for constant connection with Christ, echoing the sentiment of Galatians 2:20 where Paul describes Christ living in him. While not a direct quote, the concept of Christ's life being manifested in the believer is central to both passages.
"You may reach God's ideal if you will resolve that self shall not be woven into your work. To know that you are striving in spirit and in works to be Christlike, will give you strength and comfort and courage. It is your privilege to become meek and lowly in heart; then angels of God will co-operate with you in your revival efforts. Christ died that His life might be lived in you, and in all who make Him their example. In the strength of your Redeemer you can reveal the character of Christ, and you can work in wisdom and in power to make the crooked places straight. GW 164.3"
The EGW passage directly echoes the sentiment of Galatians 2:20, emphasizing Christ living in the believer and the believer striving to be Christlike. The phrase 'Christ died that His life might be lived in you' is a clear parallel.
"New virtues are revealed in his character as he denies self and lifts the cross, following where Christ leads the way. He loves the Lord Jesus with his whole heart, and Christ becomes his wisdom, his righteousness, his sanctification, and his redemption. 9T 151.3"
The EGW passage echoes the sentiment of being crucified with Christ and living through faith, emphasizing Christ's role in the believer's life. The connection is strong and meaningful.
"He “that forsaketh not all that he hath,” says Jesus, “cannot be My disciple.” Whatever shall divert the affections from God must be given up. Mammon is the idol of many. Its golden chain binds them to Satan. Reputation and worldly honor are worshiped by another class. The life of selfish ease and freedom from responsibility is the idol of others. These are Satan's snares, set for unwary feet. But these slavish bands must be broken; the flesh must be crucified with the affections and lusts. We cannot be half the Lord's and half the world's. We are not God's people unless we are such entirely. Every weight, every besetting sin, must be laid aside. God's watchmen will not cry, “Peace, peace,” when God has not spoken peace. The voice of the faithful watchmen will be heard: “Go ye out from thence, touch no unclean thing; go ye out of the midst of her; be ye clean that bear the vessels of the Lord.” 5T 83.1"
The EGW passage echoes the sentiment of Galatians 2:20 regarding self-crucifixion and dedication to Christ, although it's not a direct quote. The idea of forsaking all and crucifying the flesh aligns with Paul's statement about being crucified with Christ.
"We have great victories to gain, and a heaven to lose if we do not gain them. The carnal heart must be crucified; for its tendency is to moral corruption, and the end thereof is death. Nothing but the life-giving influences of the gospel can help the soul. Pray that the mighty energies of the Holy Spirit, with all their quickening, recuperative, and transforming power, may fall like an electric shock on the palsy-stricken soul, causing every nerve to thrill with new life, restoring the whole man from his dead, earthly, sensual state to spiritual soundness. You will thus become partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust; and in your souls will be reflected the image of Him by whose stripes you are healed. 5T 267.2"
Both passages discuss the concept of being 'crucified' with Christ, representing the death of the old self and the beginning of a new life in Christ. EGW expands on the implications of this crucifixion, connecting it to overcoming carnal desires and moral corruption, which aligns with the broader themes in Galatians.
"The Teacher's Part And every teacher has his own wrong traits of character to watch lest the enemy use him as an agent to destroy souls. The teacher's safety lies in learning daily in the school of Christ. He who learns in this school will hide self in Jesus and will remember that as he deals with his students he is dealing with a blood-bought heritage. In this school he will learn to be patient, humble, generous, noble. The molding hand of God will bring out in the character the divine image. CT 265"
The EGW passage directly reflects the principle of Galatians 2:20, emphasizing the need for teachers to die to self and allow Christ to live through them in their interactions with students. The idea of hiding self in Jesus and reflecting the divine image aligns strongly with the concept of Christ living in the believer.
"Why is it so hard to lead a self-denying, humble life? Because professed Christians are not dead to the world. It is easy living after we are dead. But many are longing for the leeks and onions of Egypt. They have a disposition to dress and act as much like the world as possible and yet go to heaven. Such climb up some other way. They do not enter through the strait gate and narrow way. 1T 131.2"
Both passages discuss the idea of being 'dead to the world' or 'crucified with Christ' and living a life that reflects that spiritual transformation. The EGW passage emphasizes self-denial and humility, which aligns with the concept of no longer living for oneself but for Christ.
"Those who will carry out in their lives the instruction given to the church through the apostle Peter will receive power from above. We are to live upon the plan of addition, giving all diligence to make our calling and election sure. We are to represent Christ in all that we say and do. We are to live His life. The principles by which He was guided are to shape our course of action toward those with whom we are associated. 9T 186.5"
Both passages emphasize living a life that reflects Christ's character and principles. EGW's statement about living Christ's life echoes the sentiment in Galatians 2:20.
"Love is the basis of godliness. Whatever the profession, no man has pure love to God unless he has unselfish love for his brother. But we can never come into possession of this spirit by trying to love others. What is needed is the love of Christ in the heart. When self is merged in Christ, love springs forth spontaneously. The completeness of Christian character is attained when the impulse to help and bless others springs constantly from within—when the sunshine of heaven fills the heart and is revealed in the countenance. COL 384.2"
Both passages discuss the idea of Christ living within the believer and the transformation that results. EGW's statement about self being merged in Christ aligns with Paul's declaration of being crucified with Christ and Christ living in him.
"In order for us to work as Christ worked, self must be crucified. It is a painful death; but it is life, life to the soul. “For thus saith the high and lofty One that inhabiteth eternity, whose name is Holy; I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite ones.” Isaiah 57:15 . 6T 125.2"
Both passages connect self-crucifixion with spiritual life and God's presence with the humble. EGW uses the concept of crucifying self to introduce the Isaiah verse, which speaks of God dwelling with the contrite.
"To eat the flesh and drink the blood of Christ is to receive Him as a personal Saviour, believing that He forgives our sins, and that we are complete in Him. It is by beholding His love, by dwelling upon it, by drinking it in, that we are to become partakers of His nature. What food is to the body, Christ must be to the soul. Food cannot benefit us unless we eat it, unless it becomes a part of our being. So Christ is of no value to us if we do not know Him as a personal Saviour. A theoretical knowledge will do us no good. We must feed upon Him, receive Him into the heart, so that His life becomes our life. His love, His grace, must be assimilated. DA 389.3"
The EGW passage echoes the sentiment of Galatians 2:20, emphasizing Christ living within the believer and the believer living by faith in Christ. The idea of assimilation and Christ becoming part of our being aligns with the concept of Christ living in us. The original relation type was too strong.
All human ambition, all boasting, is to be laid in the dust. Self, sinful self, is to be abased, not exalted. By holiness in the daily life we are to reveal Christ to those around us. Corrupt human nature is to be subdued, not exalted. Thus only can we become pure and undefiled. We are to be humble, faithful men and women. Never are we to sit upon the judgment seat. God demands that His representatives shall be pure and holy, revealing the beauty of sanctification. The channel is always to remain unobstructed, that the Holy Spirit may have free course; otherwise some will gloss over the work that must be done in the natural heart in order to perfect Christian character; and they will present their own imperfections in such a way as to make of no effect God's truth, which is as steadfast as the eternal throne. And while God calls upon His watchmen to lift the danger signal, at the same time He presents before them the life of the Saviour as an example of what they must be and do in orde…
Both passages discuss the subjugation of self and the indwelling of Christ. EGW's statement about 'self, sinful self, is to be abased' aligns with the concept of being 'crucified with Christ' in Galatians.
"The love of Christ is not a fitful feeling, but a living principle, which is to be made manifest as an abiding power in the heart. If the character and deportment of the shepherd is an exemplification of the truth he advocates, the Lord will set the seal of His approval to the work. The shepherd and the flock will become one, united by their common hope in Christ. AA 516.1"
The EGW passage emphasizes the love of Christ as a living principle manifested in the heart and the importance of exemplifying truth. Galatians 2:20 speaks of Christ living in the believer and the life lived by faith in the Son of God. Both passages highlight the indwelling of Christ and its impact on the believer's life and character.
"Only when selfishness is dead, when strife for supremacy is banished, when gratitude fills the heart, and love makes fragrant the life—it is only then that Christ is abiding in the soul, and we are recognized as laborers together with God. COL 402.4"
The EGW passage directly reflects the principle in Galatians 2:20 that the believer's life is now Christ living in them. EGW describes the conditions under which Christ abides in the soul, which include the death of selfishness and the presence of love and gratitude.
"The impartation of the Spirit is the impartation of the life of Christ. Those only who are thus taught of God, those only who possess the inward working of the Spirit, and in whose life the Christ-life is manifested, can stand as true representatives of the Saviour. GW 285.2"
Both passages emphasize the idea of Christ living in the believer. Galatians 2:20 explicitly states that Christ lives in the believer, while the EGW passage speaks of the impartation of the Spirit as the impartation of the life of Christ and the manifestation of the Christ-life in the believer's life.
"Love for souls for whom Christ died means crucifixion of self. He who is a child of God should henceforth look upon himself as a link in the chain let down to save the world, one with Christ in His plan of mercy, going forth with Him to seek and save the lost. The Christian is ever to realize that he has consecrated himself to God, and that in character he is to reveal Christ to the world. The self-sacrifice, the sympathy, the love, manifested in the life of Christ are to reappear in the life of the worker for God. DA 417.1"
Both passages emphasize self-sacrifice and identification with Christ's mission. Galatians 2:20 speaks of being crucified with Christ, while the EGW passage speaks of the 'crucifixion of self' and being 'one with Christ in His plan of mercy.'
There are those who profess to serve God, while they rely upon their own efforts to obey His law, to form a right character, and secure salvation. Their hearts are not moved by any deep sense of the love of Christ, but they seek to perform the duties of the Christian life as that which God requires of them in order to gain heaven. Such religion is worth nothing. When Christ dwells in the heart, the soul will be so filled with His love, with the joy of communion with Him, that it will cleave to Him; and in the contemplation of Him, self will be forgotten. Love to Christ will be the spring of action. Those who feel the constraining love of God, do not ask how little may be given to meet the requirements of God; they do not ask for the lowest standard, but aim at perfect conformity to the will of their Redeemer. With earnest desire they yield all and manifest an interest proportionate to the value of the object which they seek. A profession of Christ without this deep love is mere talk, d…
Both passages emphasize the idea of Christ living within the believer and the believer's life being transformed by Christ's love. EGW elaborates on the implications of this indwelling, such as forgetting self and having love as the spring of action.
When trials press you, when despondency and dark unbelief control your thoughts, when selfishness molds your actions, you do not see your need of God and of a deep and thorough knowledge of His will. You know not the will of God, neither can you know it while you live for self. You rely upon your good intentions and resolutions, and the principal sum of life is composed of resolutions made and resolutions broken. What you all need is to die to self, cease clinging to self, and surrender to God. Gladly would I comfort you if I could. Gladly would I praise your good qualities, good purposes, and good acts; but God was not pleased to show me these. He presented before me the hindrances to your gaining the noble, elevated character of holiness needful for you to have that you may not lose the heavenly rest and immortal glory He would have you attain. Look away from yourselves to Jesus. He is all and in all. The merits of the blood of a crucified and risen Saviour will avail to cleanse from…
EGW's emphasis on 'dying to self' and surrendering to God directly reflects the principle of being 'crucified with Christ' as expressed in Galatians 2:20. Both passages highlight the need to relinquish self-centeredness and embrace a life centered on Christ.
"One victory it is positively essential for you both to gain, the victory over the stubborn will. In this struggle you can conquer only by the aid of Christ. You may struggle hard and long to subdue self, but you will fail unless you receive strength from on high. By the grace of Christ you can gain the victory over self and selfishness. As you live His life, showing self-sacrifice at every step, constantly revealing a stronger sympathy for those in need of help, you will gain victory after victory. Day by day you will learn better how to conquer self and how to strengthen your weak points of character. The Lord Jesus will be your light, your strength, your crown of rejoicing, because you yield your will to His will. 7T 49.1"
The EGW passage speaks of living Christ's life and self-sacrifice, which aligns with the concept of being crucified with Christ and Christ living in the believer, as described in Galatians 2:20. The connection is strong and relevant.
"messengers in whose hearts self-idolatry, which lies at the foundation of all sin, has been crucified.” 9T 27.2"
The concept of crucifying 'self-idolatry' aligns with the idea of being 'crucified with Christ' in Galatians 2:20, representing a death to the old self and a life lived in Christ.
"Dear Brother D has not understood the condition of his own heart. Selfishness has found a lodgment there, and peace, healthful, calm peace, has departed. What you all lack is the element of love—love to God and love to your neighbor. The life that you now live you do not live by faith in the Son of God. There is a lack of firm trust, a fearfulness to resign all into the hands of God, as though He could not keep that which is committed to His trust. You are afraid some evil is designed which will do you harm unless you assume the defensive and commence a warfare in your own favor. The children of God are wise and powerful according to their reliance upon His wisdom and power. They are strong and happy according to their separation from the wisdom and help of man. 2T 139.1"
The EGW passage states 'The life that you now live you do not live by faith in the Son of God,' while Galatians 2:20 states 'the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God.' The connection is a clear and direct principle.
"Helping or Hindering the Lord There are those entering the medical missionary work who are in danger of bringing into it the objectionable sentiments received in their former education. They need to practice the principles laid down in the word of God, else the work will be marred by their preconceived ideas. When we work with all the sanctified ability that God has given us, when we put aside our will for the will of God, when self is crucified day by day, then good results are seen. We move forward in faith, knowing that our Lord has promised to undertake the work entrusted to Him and that He will accomplish it; for He never makes a mistake or a failure. 8T 185"
The EGW passage directly reflects the principle of self-crucifixion and Christ living in us, as described in Galatians 2:20. The idea of putting aside one's own will for God's will and crucifying self daily aligns with the concept of being crucified with Christ.
Your wife has had too much pride and selfishness. God has been bringing her through the furnace of affliction to remove these spots from her character. She must be very careful that the fire of affliction does not kindle upon her in vain. It should remove the dross and bring her nearer to God, making her more spiritual. Her love of the world must die. Love of self must be overcome and her will swallowed up in the will of God. 2T 188.2 I was shown that love of the world has to a great extent shut Jesus from the church. God calls for a change, a surrender of all to Him. Unless the mind is educated to dwell upon religious themes, it will be weak and feeble in this direction. But while dwelling upon worldly enterprises, it will be strong; for in this direction it has been cultivated, and has strengthened with exercise. The reason it is so difficult for men and women to live religious lives is because they do not exercise the mind unto godliness. It is trained to run in an opposite directio…
Both passages discuss the idea of dying to self and living for Christ/God. Galatians 2:20 speaks of being crucified with Christ, while the EGW passage discusses overcoming self and having one's will swallowed up in God's will.
"The minister who has received this preparation will be a power for good in the world. His words will be right words, pure and true, fraught with sympathy and love; his actions will be right actions, a help and a blessing to the weak. Christ will be to him an abiding presence, controlling thought, word, and deed. He has pledged himself to overcome pride, covetousness, selfishness. As he seeks to fulfil this pledge, he gains spiritual strength. By daily communion with God he becomes mighty in a knowledge of the Scriptures. His fellowship is with the Father and the Son; and as he constantly obeys the divine will, he becomes daily better fitted to speak words that will guide wandering souls to the fold of Christ. GW 23.2"
The EGW passage describes a minister whose life is controlled by Christ, echoing the sentiment of Galatians 2:20 where Paul states that he lives by the faith of Christ and that Christ lives in him. Both passages emphasize Christ's indwelling presence and influence on the believer's life.
"principles. He should be taught that he is not merely to be saved by Christ's sacrifice, but that he is to make the life of Christ his life and the character of Christ his character. Let all be taught that they are to bear burdens and to deny natural inclination. Let them learn the blessedness of working for Christ, following Him in self-denial, and enduring hardness as good soldiers. Let them learn to trust His love and to cast on Him their cares. Let them taste the joy of winning souls for Him. In their love and interest for the lost, they will lose sight of self. The pleasures of the world will lose their power to attract and its burdens to dishearten. The plowshare of truth will do its work. It will break up the fallow ground. It will not merely cut off the tops of the thorns, but will take them out by the roots. COL 57.2"
The EGW passage echoes the sentiment of Galatians 2:20, emphasizing a life lived in Christ and reflecting His character. The idea of Christ living in the believer is central to both passages.
And how much more are Christ's words true of our spiritual nature. He declares, “Whoso eateth My flesh, and drinketh My blood, hath eternal life.” It is by receiving the life for us poured out on Calvary's cross, that we can live the life of holiness. And this life we receive by receiving His word, by doing those things which He has commanded. Thus we become one with Him. “He that eateth My flesh,” He says, “and drinketh My blood, dwelleth in Me, and I in him. As the living Father hath sent Me, and I live by the Father: so he that eateth Me, even he shall live by Me.” John 6:54, 56, 57 . To the holy Communion this scripture in a special sense applies. As faith contemplates our Lord's great sacrifice, the soul assimilates the spiritual life of Christ. That soul will receive spiritual strength from every Communion. The service forms a living connection by which the believer is bound up with Christ, and thus bound up with the Father. In a special sense it forms a connection between depend…
Both passages discuss the idea of Christ living within the believer and the believer being united with Christ. Galatians 2:20 speaks of being crucified with Christ and Christ living in the believer, while the EGW quote, referencing John 6, speaks of dwelling in Christ and Christ dwelling in the believer through partaking of His life. The theme of union with Christ is central to both.
"Paul's life was an exemplification of the truths he taught, and herein lay his power. His heart was filled with a deep, abiding sense of his responsibility, and he labored in close communion with Him who is the fountain of justice, mercy, and truth. He clung to the cross of Christ as his only guarantee of success. The love of the Saviour was the undying motive that upheld him in his conflicts with self and in his struggles against evil as in the service of Christ he pressed forward against the unfriendliness of the world and the opposition of his enemies. AA 507.1"
The EGW passage describes Paul's life as an example of the truths he taught, emphasizing his reliance on Christ and the cross. This echoes the sentiment in Galatians 2:20, where Paul speaks of being crucified with Christ and living by faith in Him.
"everlasting righteousness. The soul is aglow with these grand and elevating themes. Holiness and truth, grace and righteousness, occupy the thoughts. Self dies, and Christ lives in His servants. In contemplation of the word their hearts burn within them as did the hearts of the two disciples while they went to Emmaus and Christ walked with them by the way and opened to them the scriptures concerning Himself. CT 341.2"
The EGW passage speaks of Christ living in His servants and the soul being aglow with righteousness, which aligns with the theme of Galatians 2:20 where Paul describes being crucified with Christ and Christ living in him. The emphasis on Christ's indwelling presence and the transformation of the believer connects the two passages.
"This spiritual relation can be established only by the exercise of personal faith. This faith must express on our part supreme preference, perfect reliance, entire consecration. Our will must be wholly yielded to the divine will, our feelings, desires, interests, and honor identified with the prosperity of Christ's kingdom and the honor of His cause, we constantly receiving grace from Him, and Christ accepting gratitude from us. 5T 229.2"
Both passages discuss the idea of Christ living in the believer and the believer being crucified with Christ. EGW's statement about yielding to the divine will and identifying with Christ's kingdom echoes the sentiment of Galatians 2:20.
"The religion of Christ is sincerity itself. Zeal for God's glory is the motive implanted by the Holy Spirit; and only the effectual working of the Spirit can implant this motive. Only the power of God can banish self-seeking and hypocrisy. This change is the sign of His working. When the faith we accept destroys selfishness and pretense, when it leads us to seek God's glory and not our own, we may know that it is of the right order. “Father, glorify Thy name” ( John 12:28 ), was the keynote of Christ's life, and if we follow Him, this will be the keynote of our life. He commands us to “walk, even as He walked;” and “hereby we do know that we know Him, if we keep His commandments.” 1 John 2:6, 3 . DA 409.3"
Both passages emphasize the idea of self being replaced by Christ, leading to a life dedicated to God's glory. While not a direct quote, the thematic resonance is strong.
"Brother D has had more than one man should do in working for the interest of the church in his place. If he absented himself for a short time to labor for others, heavier and greater burdens were all ready to be laid upon him when he returned home. He has permitted them to rest upon his shoulders, and has bowed groaning under the load. The Brethren D have been in danger of being too exacting and of presenting their own lives and example as a criterion. Self has not been lost sight of in Christ. These brethren should say little about self, but exalt Christ. They should hide behind Jesus and let Him alone appear as the perfect pattern which all should seek to copy. 2T 637.2"
EGW's statement about hiding behind Jesus and letting Him appear as the perfect pattern directly echoes the sentiment of Galatians 2:20, where Paul states that he no longer lives, but Christ lives in him. Both emphasize the importance of Christ's example and the need to diminish self.
"Subdue the carnal mind, reform the life, and the poor mortal frame will not be so idolized. If the heart is reformed, it will be seen in the outward appearance. If Christ be in us the hope of glory, we shall discover such matchless charms in Him that the soul will be enamored. It will cleave to Him, choose to love Him, and in admiration of Him, self will be forgotten. Jesus will be magnified and adored, and self abased and humbled. But a profession, without this deep love, is mere talk, dry formality, and heavy drudgery. Many of you may retain a notion of religion in the head, an outside religion, when the heart is not cleansed. God looks at the heart; “all things are naked and opened unto the eyes of Him with whom we have to do.” Will He be satisfied with anything but truth in the inward parts? Every truly converted soul will carry the unmistakable marks that the carnal mind is subdued. 1T 162.4"
Both passages emphasize the idea of Christ living within the believer and the subjugation of self. EGW's description of self being forgotten and Jesus being magnified aligns with the concept of being crucified with Christ and Christ living in the believer as described in Galatians 2:20.
"me from the sufferings of guilt and the horror of despair, and make me unspeakably happy in His kingdom?” Look upon Him whom your sins have pierced, and resolve: “The Lord shall have the service of my life. I will no longer unite with His enemies; I will no longer lend my influence to the rebels against His government. All I have and am is too little to devote to Him who so loved me that He gave His life for me—His whole divine self for one so sinful and erring.” Separate from the world, be wholly on the Lord's side, press the battle to the gates, and you will win glorious victories. 5T 438.2"
The EGW passage echoes the sentiment of Galatians 2:20, particularly the idea of Christ giving himself for the individual and the call to devote one's life to Him. The phrase "who loved me, and gave himself for me" is directly reflected in EGW's writing.
"The only safeguard against evil is the indwelling of Christ in the heart through faith in His righteousness. It is because selfishness exists in our hearts that temptation has power over us. But when we behold the great love of God, selfishness appears to us in its hideous and repulsive character, and we desire to have it expelled from the soul. As the Holy Spirit glorifies Christ, our hearts are softened and subdued, the temptation loses its power, and the grace of Christ transforms the character. MB 118.3"
The EGW passage directly echoes the sentiment of Galatians 2:20, emphasizing the indwelling of Christ and the transformation of life through faith. The idea of Christ living in the believer and overcoming selfishness is a clear parallel.
"Through the right exercise of the will, an entire change may be made in your life. By yielding up your will to Christ, you ally yourself with the power that is above all principalities and powers. You will have strength from above to hold you steadfast, and thus through constant surrender to God you will be enabled to live the new life, even the life of faith. SC 48.1"
Both passages emphasize a life transformed through faith in Christ, where the believer's old self is replaced by Christ living within them. EGW's call to 'yield up your will to Christ' echoes the concept of being 'crucified with Christ' and living by faith.
No one can occupy a neutral position; there is no middle class, who neither love God nor serve the enemy of righteousness. Christ is to live in His human agents and work through their faculties and act through their capabilities. Their will must be submitted to His will; they must act with His Spirit. Then it is no more they that live, but Christ that lives in them. He who does not give himself wholly to God is under the control of another power, listening to another voice, whose suggestions are of an entirely different character. Half-and-half service places the human agent on the side of the enemy as a successful ally of the hosts of darkness. When men who claim to be soldiers of Christ engage with the confederacy of Satan, and help along his side, they prove themselves enemies of Christ. They betray sacred trusts. They form a link between Satan and the true soldiers, so that through these agencies the enemy is constantly working to steal away the hearts of Christ's soldiers. MB 94.1…
The EGW passage directly echoes the sentiment of Galatians 2:20, emphasizing Christ living in the believer and the believer's will being submitted to Christ's.
"It is one thing to assent in a general way to the agency of the Holy Spirit, and another thing to accept His work as a reprover calling to repentance. Many feel a sense of estrangement from God, a realization of their bondage to self and sin; they make efforts for reform; but they do not crucify self. They do not give themselves entirely into the hands of Christ, seeking for divine power to do His will. They are not willing to be molded after the divine similitude. In a general way they acknowledge their imperfections, but they do not give up their particular sins. With each wrong act the old selfish nature is gaining strength. COL 48.2"
EGW speaks of the need to 'crucify self' and give oneself entirely to Christ, seeking divine power to do His will. Galatians 2:20 speaks of being 'crucified with Christ' and Christ living in the believer. The parallel is the concept of dying to self and living in Christ.
"Sanctification is not the work of a moment, an hour, a day, but of a lifetime. It is not gained by a happy flight of feeling, but is the result of constantly dying to sin, and constantly living for Christ. Wrongs cannot be righted nor reformations wrought in the character by feeble, intermittent efforts. It is only by long, persevering effort, sore discipline, and stern conflict, that we shall overcome. We know not one day how strong will be our conflict the next. So long as Satan reigns, we shall have self to subdue, besetting sins to overcome; so long as life shall last, there will be no stopping place, no point which we can reach and say, I have fully attained. Sanctification is the result of lifelong obedience. AA 560.3"
Both passages discuss the idea of being 'crucified with Christ' and living a life empowered by Christ. EGW's statement about 'constantly dying to sin, and constantly living for Christ' directly echoes the sentiment in Galatians 2:20.
"feet. And through that gift, what privilege of ministry was theirs! The offering from the heart that loves, God delights to honor, giving it highest efficiency in service for Him. If we have given our hearts to Jesus, we also shall bring our gifts to Him. Our gold and silver, our most precious earthly possessions, our highest mental and spiritual endowments, will be freely devoted to Him who loved us, and gave Himself for us. DA 65.2"
Both passages emphasize the idea of Christ's love and sacrifice as the motivation for devotion and service. Galatians 2:20 speaks of Christ giving Himself for us, and the EGW passage echoes this by stating that our gifts should be devoted to Him 'who loved us, and gave Himself for us.'
"Forbearance and unselfishness mark the words and acts of all who live the new life in Christ. As you seek to live His life, striving to conquer self and selfishness and to minister to the needs of others, you will gain victory after victory. Thus your influence will bless the world. MH 362.2"
The passage speaks of living the new life in Christ, conquering self and selfishness, which aligns with the concept of Christ living in us as described in Galatians 2:20.
"Every teacher needs Christ abiding in his heart by faith, and to possess a true, self-denying, self-sacrificing spirit for Christ's sake. One may have sufficient education and knowledge in science to instruct; but has it been ascertained that he has tact and wisdom to deal with human minds? If instructors have not the love of Christ abiding in the heart, they are not fit to be brought into connection with children, and to bear the grave responsibilities placed upon them, of educating these children and youth. They lack the higher education and training in themselves, and they know not how to deal with human minds. There is the spirit of their own insubordinate, natural hearts that is striving for the control, and to subject the plastic minds and characters of children to such a discipline, is to leave scars and bruises upon the mind that will never be effaced. CE 144.3"
The EGW passage emphasizes the need for Christ to abide in the teacher's heart and a self-sacrificing spirit, which aligns with the concept of being crucified with Christ and Christ living within, as described in Galatians 2:20. Both passages highlight the importance of Christ's presence and influence in one's life.
"Glorious were the results that attended the ministry of the chosen apostles of Christ. At the beginning of their ministry some of them were unlearned men, but their consecration to the cause of their Master was unreserved, and under His instruction they gained a preparation for the great work committed to them. Grace and truth reigned in their hearts, inspiring their motives and controlling their actions. Their lives were hid with Christ in God, and self was lost sight of, submerged in the depths of infinite love. AA 593.3"
Both passages discuss the idea of self being diminished and Christ living through the believer. EGW's phrase 'self was lost sight of, submerged in the depths of infinite love' echoes the sentiment of Galatians 2:20.
"The Holy Spirit is the breath of spiritual life in the soul. The impartation of the Spirit is the impartation of the life of Christ. It imbues the receiver with the attributes of Christ. Only those who are thus taught of God, those who possess the inward working of the Spirit, and in whose life the Christ-life is manifested, are to stand as representative men, to minister in behalf of the church. DA 805.3"
Both passages discuss the idea of Christ living in the believer. EGW's statement that the impartation of the Spirit imbues the receiver with the attributes of Christ is thematically similar to Paul's statement in Galatians 2:20 that he lives, yet not he, but Christ lives in him.
"There are some who seem to be always seeking for the heavenly pearl. But they do not make an entire surrender of their wrong habits. They do not die to self that Christ may live in them. Therefore they do not find the precious pearl. They have not overcome unholy ambition and their love for worldly attractions. They do not take up the cross and follow Christ in the path of self-denial and sacrifice. Almost Christians, yet not fully Christians, they seem near the kingdom of heaven, but they cannot enter there. Almost but not wholly saved, means to be not almost but wholly lost. COL 118.1"
EGW's statement about dying to self that Christ may live in them is a clear parallel to Galatians 2:20, which speaks of being crucified with Christ and Christ living within the believer.
"Brother P has qualities which would be excellent if they were refined by the elevating influences of pure religion. He can be useful. Sincere piety alone can qualify him to perform his duties well in this world and give him a fitness for heaven. A heavenly character must be acquired upon earth, my brother, or you will never possess it; therefore you should engage at once in the work which you have to do. You should labor earnestly to obtain a fitness for heaven. Live for heaven. Live by faith. 2T 430.3"
Both passages connect living by faith with a transformed life. Galatians 2:20 speaks of living by the faith of the Son of God, and EGW encourages Brother P to 'live by faith' in order to develop a heavenly character.
"Many of you are seeking honor of one another. But what is the honor or the approval of man to one who regards himself as a son of God, a joint heir with Christ? What are the pleasures of this world to him who is daily a sharer in the love of Christ which passes knowledge? What are the contempt and opposition of man to him whom God accepts through Jesus Christ? Selfishness can no more live in the heart that is exercising faith in Christ than light and darkness can exist together. Spiritual coldness, sloth, pride, and cowardice alike shrink from the presence of faith. Can those who are as closely united with Christ as the branch to the vine, talk of and to everyone but Jesus? 5T 48.2"
Both passages emphasize the idea of being united with Christ and living by faith, diminishing the importance of worldly approval and pleasures. The concept of Christ living in the believer is present in both.
"“To all who are engaged in the missionary work I would say, Hide in Jesus. Let not self but Christ appear in all your labors. When the work goes hard, and you become discouraged and are tempted to abandon it, take your Bible, bow upon your knees before God, and say, ‘Here, Lord, Thy word is pledged.’ Throw your weight upon His promises, and every one of them will be fulfilled.” Historical Sketches of the Foreign Missions of the Seventh-day Adventists, 153 . LS 285.2"
The EGW passage echoes the sentiment of Galatians 2:20, emphasizing the importance of Christ's presence and work in the believer's life, rather than self-reliance, particularly in missionary work. The idea of 'hiding in Jesus' and letting 'Christ appear' aligns with the concept of being 'crucified with Christ' and Christ living in the believer.
"I saw that many would have to learn what it is to be a Christian—that it is not in name; but it is having the mind of Christ, submitting to the will of God in all things. Especially will the young who have never known what privations or hardships are, who have a set will, and do not bend that will to the glory of God, have a great work to do. They go along very smoothly until their will is crossed, and then they have no control over themselves. They have not the will of God before them. They do not study how they can best glorify God, or advance His cause, or do good to others. But it is self, self, how can it be gratified? Such religion is not worth a straw. Those who possess it will be weighed in the balance and found wanting. 1T 152.3"
Both passages deal with the idea of self-denial and Christ living within the believer. EGW speaks of not being self-centered, while Galatians 2:20 speaks of being crucified with Christ.
"These can help others. The one who has been tempted and tried, whose hope was well-nigh gone, but who was saved by hearing a message of love, can understand the science of soulsaving. He whose heart is filled with love for Christ because he himself has been sought for by the Saviour and brought back to the fold, knows how to seek the lost. He can point sinners to the Lamb of God. He has given himself without reserve to God and has been accepted in the Beloved. The hand that in weakness was held out for help has been grasped. By the ministry of such ones many prodigals will be brought to the Father. MH 179.2"
The EGW passage describes someone who has given themselves without reserve to God and been accepted in the Beloved, which aligns with the concept of being crucified with Christ and Christ living in them, as described in Galatians 2:20. Both passages emphasize a complete surrender to Christ and a life lived through faith in Him.
"The teacher may bind these children to his or her heart by the love of Christ abiding in the soul-temple as a sweet fragrance, a savor of life unto life. The teachers may, through the grace of Christ imparted to them, be the living human agency—be laborers together with God—to enlighten, lift up, encourage, and help to purify the soul from its moral defilement; and the image of God shall be revealed in the soul of the child, and the character become transformed by the grace of Christ. CE 146.3"
Both passages discuss the idea of Christ living within a person and transforming their character. The EGW passage speaks of the 'image of God' being revealed in the child's soul, while Galatians 2:20 emphasizes Christ living in the believer.
"The life and spirit of Christ is the only standard of excellence and perfection, and our only safe course is to follow His example. If we do this He will guide us by His counsel and afterward receive us to glory. We must strive diligently and be willing to suffer much in order to walk in the footsteps of our Redeemer. God is willing to work for us, to give us of His free Spirit, if we will strive for it, live for it, believe for it; and then we can walk in the light as He is in the light. We can feast upon His love and drink in of His rich fullness. 1T 408.2"
The EGW passage speaks of the 'life and spirit of Christ' being the standard and striving to live for it, which aligns with the theme of Christ living in the believer as expressed in Galatians 2:20.
"Before the believer is held out the wonderful possibility of being like Christ, obedient to all the principles of the law. But of himself man is utterly unable to reach this condition. The holiness that God's word declares he must have before he can be saved is the result of the working of divine grace as he bows in submission to the discipline and restraining influences of the Spirit of truth. Man's obedience can be made perfect only by the incense of Christ's righteousness, which fills with divine fragrance every act of obedience. The part of the Christian is to persevere in overcoming every fault. Constantly he is to pray to the Saviour to heal the disorders of his sin-sick soul. He has not the wisdom or the strength to overcome; these belong to the Lord, and He bestows them on those who in humiliation and contrition seek Him for help. AA 532.1"
Both passages address the idea of Christ living within the believer and enabling a transformed life. Galatians 2:20 speaks of being crucified with Christ and Christ living within. The EGW passage describes the possibility of being like Christ and the necessity of divine grace for achieving this, echoing the theme of Christ's life being manifested in the believer.
"His afterlife was inspired by the one principle of self-sacrifice, the ministry of love. “I am debtor,” he said, “both to the Greeks, and to the barbarians; both to the wise, and to the unwise.” “The love of Christ constraineth us.” Romans 1:14 ; 2 Corinthians 5:14 . Ed 65.4"
The EGW passage describes Paul's ministry of love and self-sacrifice, citing Romans 1:14 and 2 Corinthians 5:14. Galatians 2:20 speaks of Christ living in Paul and Paul's life being a result of Christ's love and sacrifice. While not a direct quote, it aligns with the theme of self-sacrifice and love that motivated Paul's ministry.
"moving upon the hearts of those who are loyal, to exalt the law, and to lift up Jesus as a complete Saviour. Unless divine power is brought into the experience of the people of God, false theories and ideas will take minds captive, Christ and His righteousness will be dropped out of the experience of many, and their faith will be without power or life. GW 161.3"
Both passages touch on the idea of Christ living within the believer. EGW speaks of Christ and His righteousness being dropped out of experience, while Galatians speaks of Christ living in the believer. The connection is thematic, focusing on the indwelling Christ and its impact on the believer's life.
Vainglory, selfish ambition, is the rock upon which many souls have been wrecked and many churches rendered powerless. Those who know least of devotion, who are least connected with God, are the ones who will most eagerly seek the highest place. They have no sense of their weakness and their deficiencies of character. Unless many of our young ministers shall feel the converting power of God, their labors will be a hindrance rather than a help to the church. They may have learned the doctrines of Christ, but they have not learned Christ. The soul that is constantly looking unto Jesus will see His self-denying love and deep humility, and will copy His example. Pride, ambition, deceit, hatred, selfishness, must be cleansed from the heart. With many these evil traits are partially subdued, but not thoroughly uprooted from the heart. Under favorable circumstances they spring up anew and ripen into rebellion against God. Here lies a terrible danger. To spare any sin is to cherish a foe that …
The EGW passage discusses the need to crucify selfish desires and live a life devoted to Christ, echoing the sentiment of Galatians 2:20, which speaks of being crucified with Christ and living through faith in Him. The connection is thematic, focusing on the transformation of the believer.
Galatians 2:21
"I do not frustrate the grace of God: for if righteousness come by the law, then Christ is dead in vain."
"them Christ has died in vain. 9T 103.2"
The EGW passage is a clear and direct allusion to the concept expressed in Galatians 2:21, that Christ's death would be meaningless if salvation could be achieved through other means.
"These theories, followed to their logical conclusion, sweep away the whole Christian economy. They do away with the necessity for the atonement and make man his own savior. These theories regarding God make His word of no effect, and those who accept them are in great danger of being led finally to look upon the whole Bible as a fiction. They may regard virtue as better than vice; but, having shut out God from His rightful position of sovereignty, they place their dependence upon human power, which, without God, is worthless. The unaided human will has no real power to resist and overcome evil. The defenses of the soul are broken down. Man has no barrier against sin. When once the restraints of God's word and His Spirit are rejected, we know not to what depths one may sink. MH 428.4"
Both passages address the idea that relying on something other than God's grace (law or human power) makes Christ's sacrifice ineffective. EGW expands on the consequences of rejecting God's grace and relying on human power.