"In about three weeks I fainted and fell to the floor, and remained nearly unconscious about thirty-six hours. It was feared that I could not live, but in answer to prayer I again revived. One week later I received a shock upon my left side. I had a strange sensation of coldness and numbness in my head, and severe pain in my temples. My tongue seemed heavy and numb; I could not speak plainly. My left arm and side were helpless. I thought I was dying, and my great anxiety was to have the evidence in my sufferings that the Lord loved me. For months I had suffered continual pain in my heart, and my spirits were constantly depressed. I had tried to serve God from principle without feeling, but I now thirsted for the salvation of God, I longed to realize His blessing notwithstanding my physical suffering. 1T 93.1"
"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 deal with prayer for healing and recovery from illness. The EGW passage describes a personal experience of illness and prayer, while James 5:16 speaks generally about the power of prayer for healing. The connection is thematic, but not a direct allusion.
"O Lord my God, I cried unto thee, and thou hast healed me."
Both passages describe a cry for help and subsequent healing. EGW's account of revival after being near death echoes the sentiment of Psalm 30:2, where the psalmist acknowledges God's healing power.
"And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me."
Both passages address the idea of finding strength in weakness. EGW's suffering and desire for God's blessing despite physical pain resonate with 2 Corinthians 12:9, where Paul glories in his infirmities so that Christ's power may rest upon him.
The brethren and sisters came together to make my case a special subject of prayer. My desire was granted; I received the blessing of God, and had the assurance that He loved me. But the pain continued, and I grew more feeble every hour. Again the brethren and sisters assembled to present my case to the Lord. I was so weak that I could not pray vocally. My appearance seemed to weaken the faith of those around me. Then the promises of God were arrayed before me as I had never viewed them before. It seemed to me that Satan was striving to tear me from my husband and children and lay me in the grave, and these questions were suggested to my mind: Can you believe the naked promise of God? Can you walk out by faith, let the appearance be what it may? Faith revived. I whispered to my husband: “I believe that I shall recover.” He answered: “I wish I could believe it.” I retired that night without relief, yet relying with firm confidence upon the promises of God. I could not sleep, but continu…
"Is any sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord:"
Both passages discuss the practice of elders praying for the sick. The EGW passage describes a specific instance of this practice, while James 5:14 provides the biblical basis for it. The connection is thematic and relevant.
"And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me."
Both passages address the idea of strength being made perfect in weakness. EGW's experience of physical weakness and reliance on God's promises echoes the sentiment in 2 Corinthians 12:9. The connection is thematic and relevant.
"For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them."
The EGW passage describes a group of believers gathering to pray for her, which thematically aligns with Matthew 18:20 about God's presence where two or three are gathered in His name. The connection is thematic, but not a direct allusion.