"There is a liberal supply of means among our people, and if all felt the importance of the work, this great enterprise could be carried forward without embarrassment. All should feel a special interest in sustaining it. Especially should those who have means invest in this enterprise. A suitable home should be fitted up for the reception of invalids that they may, by the use of proper means and the blessing of God, be relieved of their infirmities and learn how to take care of themselves and thus prevent sickness. 1T 494.1"
"But he that knew not, and did commit things worthy of stripes, shall be beaten with few stripes. For unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much required: and to whom men have committed much, of him they will ask the more."
The EGW passage discusses the responsibility of those with means to support the work, particularly in providing care for invalids. Luke 12:48 states that those who have been given much will have much required of them. The EGW passage directly applies this principle to the specific context of supporting the health work.
"And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me."
Both passages emphasize caring for the vulnerable. Matthew 25:40 speaks of caring for 'the least of these my brethren,' while EGW speaks of caring for invalids. The underlying principle of serving Christ by serving others is present in both.
"He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the Lord; and that which he hath given will he pay him again."
Both passages connect giving to the needy with lending to the Lord. EGW encourages investment in a home for invalids, while Proverbs 19:17 speaks of having pity on the poor. The idea that helping those in need is a service to God is present in both.
"As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith."
Both passages encourage doing good, especially to those within the faith community. EGW's passage focuses on providing resources for a specific group (invalids), while Galatians 6:10 speaks more broadly, but the principle of prioritizing those within the faith is present in both.
"Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again."
Both passages connect giving with receiving. EGW encourages investment in a specific enterprise, while Luke 6:38 speaks more generally about the principle of reciprocity in giving. The idea that generosity will be rewarded is central to both.
"If a brother or sister be naked, and destitute of daily food, And one of you say unto them, Depart in peace, be ye warmed and filled; notwithstanding ye give them not those things which are needful to the body; what doth it profit?"
Both passages address the importance of practical help for those in need. James emphasizes the futility of offering empty words without providing tangible assistance, while EGW advocates for establishing a home for invalids. The shared theme is caring for the physical needs of others.
"Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out devils: freely ye have received, freely give."
Both passages relate to healing and providing care. Matthew 10:8 is a direct command to heal the sick, while EGW discusses establishing a home for invalids to receive care. While not a direct command, the EGW passage aligns with the spirit of providing healing and care as exemplified in Matthew 10:8.
"Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver."
The EGW passage discusses giving to support a specific ministry, and the verse from 2 Corinthians speaks to the principle of cheerful giving. While not a direct quote, the principle of giving willingly and generously is present in both.
"Many who profess the truth are growing close and covetous. They need to be alarmed for themselves. They have so much of their treasure upon the earth that their hearts are on their treasure. Much the larger share of their treasure is in this world and but little in heaven; therefore their affections are placed on earthly possessions instead of on the heavenly inheritance. There is now a good opportunity for them to use their means for the benefit of suffering humanity and also for the advancement of the truth. This enterprise should never be left to struggle in poverty. These stewards to whom God has entrusted means should now come up to the work and use their means to His glory. To those who through covetousness withhold their means, it will prove a curse rather than a blessing. 1T 494.2"
"For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also."
EGW directly echoes the principle stated in Matthew 6:21, that one's heart follows their treasure. She uses this principle to critique those who are too focused on earthly possessions.
"For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows."
The EGW passage discusses the dangers of covetousness and its negative impact on spiritual life, which aligns with the warning in 1 Timothy 6:10 about the love of money being the root of all evil. Both passages address the detrimental effects of prioritizing material wealth over spiritual values.
"Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal: But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal:"
The EGW passage warns against accumulating earthly treasures and encourages investing in heavenly ones, mirroring the teaching of Jesus in Matthew 6:19-20. Both passages contrast the fleeting nature of earthly possessions with the enduring value of heavenly rewards.