"The first Sabbath on our way we spent at Orleans and observed the fast. It was a day of great solemnity with us; we sought to humble ourselves before God, and with brokenness of spirit and much weeping we all prayed fervently that God would bless and strengthen us to do His will at the Conference. We had some faith and hope that our captivity would be turned at that meeting. 1T 593.1"
"Therefore also now, saith the Lord, turn ye even to me with all your heart, and with fasting, and with weeping, and with mourning:"
The EGW passage describes a specific instance of fasting, weeping, and prayer, mirroring the call to repentance in Joel 2:12. The context of seeking God's will and blessing aligns well with the verse's emphasis on turning to God with a contrite heart.
"When the Lord turned again the captivity of Zion, we were like them that dream."
The EGW passage expresses hope that their 'captivity would be turned,' which is a clear thematic parallel to Psalm 126:1, which speaks of the Lord turning the captivity of Zion. Both passages deal with a sense of being freed from a difficult situation and restored to a better state.
"Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much."
Both passages emphasize the importance of prayer. The EGW passage describes fervent prayer for God's blessing and strength, while James 5:16 highlights the power of effectual fervent prayer. While not a direct quote or allusion, the shared theme of prayer's efficacy justifies a 'thematic_parallel' classification.