"Again on page 494 of Testimony No. 11 , I said: “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 638.1"
"He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the Lord; and that which he hath given will he pay him again."
Both passages deal with using one's resources to help others, with the expectation of a return (either from the Lord or in terms of societal benefit). However, the EGW passage is more specific about investing in a particular enterprise, while Proverbs is more general about helping the poor. The connection is thematic but not a strong, direct allusion.
"“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 638.2"
"For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also."
EGW directly echoes the sentiment of Matthew 6:21, stating that 'their hearts are on their treasure' because 'so much of their treasure [is] upon the earth.' This is a clear and direct reference to the biblical verse.
"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."
Both passages address the dangers of covetousness and the love of money. EGW's passage focuses on the practical consequences of covetousness, while 1 Timothy 6:10 highlights its root as the love of money and its potential to lead people astray from their faith.
"Sell that ye have, and give alms; provide yourselves bags which wax not old, a treasure in the heavens that faileth not, where no thief approacheth, neither moth corrupteth."
Both passages discuss the importance of storing up treasure in heaven rather than on earth, and the implications of this choice. EGW's passage expands on the practical application of this principle, particularly in the context of using resources for the benefit of others and the advancement of truth.
"fully approved of the Lord may be attended with difficulties and require time and labor, yet I think that it can be made with little loss of stock already taken, and that it will result in a decided increase of capital donated to be used in a proper manner to relieve suffering humanity. 1T 638.3"
"His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord."
Both passages touch on the idea of faithful stewardship and the potential for increase or reward. EGW speaks of 'a decided increase of capital donated to be used in a proper manner,' while Matthew 25:21 describes the reward for faithful service as being made 'ruler over many things.' The connection is present, but not as strong as the other pairs.