"***** Chapter 18—Parental Responsibility I saw that great responsibility rests upon parents. They must not be led by their children, but must lead them. I was referred to Abraham. He was faithful in his house. He commanded his household after him, and it was remembered of God. 1T 118"
"For I know him, that he will command his children and his household after him, and they shall keep the way of the Lord, to do justice and judgment; that the Lord may bring upon Abraham that which he hath spoken of him."
EGW directly references Abraham and his commanding of his household, mirroring the language and concept of Genesis 18:19.
"world, but let it be upward to God, glory, and heaven. Let not the care and perplexity of farms here engross your mind, but you can safely be wrapped up in contemplating Abraham's farm. We are heirs to that immortal inheritance. Wean your affections from earth, and dwell upon heavenly things. 1T 118.1"
"Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth."
The EGW passage directly echoes the sentiment and wording of Colossians 3:2, urging readers to focus on heavenly matters rather than earthly concerns. The phrase 'wean your affections from earth' is a clear paraphrase.