Chapter 112—Ministers, Order, and Organization Some ministers have fallen into the error that they cannot have liberty in speaking unless they raise their voices to a high pitch and talk loud and fast. Such should understand that noise and loud, hurried speaking are not evidence of the presence of the power of God. It is not the power of the voice that makes the lasting impression. Ministers should be Bible students, and should thoroughly furnish themselves with the reasons of our faith and hope, and then, with full control of the voice and feelings, they should present these in such a manner that the people can calmly weigh them and decide upon the evidences given. And as ministers feel the force of the arguments which they present in the form of solemn, testing truth, they will have zeal and earnestness according to knowledge. The Spirit of God will sanctify to their own souls the truths which they present to others, and they will be watered themselves while they water others. 1T 645…
"But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear:"
Both passages emphasize the importance of being prepared to give a reason for one's faith. 1 Peter 3:15 directly instructs believers to be ready to answer those who ask about their hope, while the EGW passage encourages ministers to be Bible students and thoroughly furnish themselves with the reasons for their faith and hope. The EGW passage expands on the principle outlined in 1 Peter 3:15, applying it specifically to ministers and their need to be well-versed in scripture.
"I saw that some of our ministers do not understand how to preserve their strength so as to be able to perform the greatest amount of labor without exhaustion. Ministers should not pray so loud and long as to exhaust their strength. It is not necessary to weary the throat and lungs in prayer. God's ear is ever open to hear the heartfelt petitions of His humble servants, and He does not require them to wear out the organs of speech in addressing Him. It is the perfect trust, the firm reliance, the steady claiming of the promises of God, the simple faith that He is and that He is a rewarder of all those who diligently seek Him, that prevails with God. 1T 645.2"
"But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him."
Duplicate of pair 1. The EGW passage directly quotes and expands upon the concept presented in Hebrews 11:6, making it an explicit allusion.
"But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking."
Both passages address the manner of prayer, specifically cautioning against excessive or showy displays. While not a direct quote, the thematic connection is strong.