"I saw that the Lord still has something to do with the laws of the land. While Jesus is in the sanctuary, God's restraining Spirit is felt by rulers and people. But Satan controls to a great extent the mass of the world, and were it not for the laws of the land, we should experience much suffering. I was shown that when it is actually necessary, and they are called upon to testify in a lawful manner, it is no violation of God's word for His children to solemnly take God to witness that what they say is the truth, and nothing but the truth. 1T 202.1"
"Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God."
Both passages discuss the role of earthly authorities and their relationship to God's will. EGW expands on the idea that God uses laws and rulers to restrain evil, which aligns with the principle of submission to governing authorities outlined in Romans 13:1.
"For the mystery of iniquity doth already work: only he who now letteth will let, until he be taken out of the way."
The EGW passage speaks of Satan's control over the world and the restraining influence of God's Spirit through laws. This aligns with 2 Thessalonians 2:7, which speaks of the 'mystery of iniquity' already at work and a restraining force that prevents its full manifestation. Both passages acknowledge the presence of evil and a force that limits its power.
"Again, ye have heard that it hath been said by them of old time, Thou shalt not forswear thyself, but shalt perform unto the Lord thine oaths:"
EGW's statement about solemnly taking God to witness the truth relates to the concept of oaths and truthfulness. Matthew 5:33 addresses the importance of fulfilling oaths made to the Lord. While not a direct quote, there's a connection in the theme of truthfulness and oaths before God.
"For Christ is not entered into the holy places made with hands, which are the figures of the true; but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God for us:"
The EGW passage mentions Jesus being in the sanctuary, which is a key element of her theology. Hebrews 9:24 speaks of Christ entering into heaven itself to appear in the presence of God for us. Both passages refer to Christ's ministry in a heavenly sanctuary, though the specific emphasis differs.
I saw that if there is anyone on earth who can consistently testify under oath, it is the Christian. He lives in the light of God's countenance. He grows strong in His strength. And when matters of importance must be decided by law, there is no one who can so well appeal to God as the Christian. I was bidden by the angel to notice that God swears by Himself. Genesis 22:16 ; Hebrews 6:13, 17 . He swore to Abraham ( Genesis 26:3 ), to Isaac ( Psalm 105:9 ; Jeremiah 11:5 ), and to David ( Psalm 132:11 ; Acts 2:30 ). God required of the children of Israel an oath between man and man. Exodus 22:10, 11 . Jesus submitted to the oath in the hour of His trial. The high priest said unto Him: “I adjure Thee by the living God, that Thou tell us whether Thou be the Christ, the Son of God.” Jesus said unto him: “Thou hast said.” If Jesus in His teachings to His disciples referred to the judicial oath, He would have reproved the high priest, and there enforced His teachings, for the good of His follo…
"Sojourn in this land, and I will be with thee, and will bless thee; for unto thee, and unto thy seed, I will give all these countries, and I will perform the oath which I sware unto Abraham thy father;"
Ellen White directly references Genesis 26:3 in this passage.
"Which covenant he made with Abraham, and his oath unto Isaac;"
Ellen White directly references Psalms 105:9 in this passage.
"That I may perform the oath which I have sworn unto your fathers, to give them a land flowing with milk and honey, as it is this day. Then answered I, and said, So be it, O Lord."
Ellen White directly references Jeremiah 11:5 in this passage.
"The Lord hath sworn in truth unto David; he will not turn from it; Of the fruit of thy body will I set upon thy throne."
Ellen White directly references Psalms 132:11 in this passage.
"Therefore being a prophet, and knowing that God had sworn with an oath to him, that of the fruit of his loins, according to the flesh, he would raise up Christ to sit on his throne;"
Ellen White directly references Acts 2:30 in this passage.
"And said, By myself have I sworn, saith the Lord, for because thou hast done this thing, and hast not withheld thy son, thine only son:"
Ellen White directly references Genesis 22:16 in this passage.