"Some cannot be impressed with the necessity of eating and drinking to the glory of God. The indulgence of appetite affects them in all the relations of life. It is seen in their family, in their church, in the prayer meeting, and in the conduct of their children. It has been the curse of their lives. You cannot make them understand the truths for these last days. God has bountifully provided for the sustenance and happiness of all His creatures; and if His laws were never violated, and all acted in harmony with the divine will, health, peace, and happiness, instead of misery and continual evil, would be experienced. 2T 368.1"
"Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God."
This EGW passage explicitly connects the indulgence of appetite with a failure to live to the glory of God, directly referencing and expanding upon the principle in 1 Corinthians 10:31.
"Another class who have taken hold of the health reform are very severe. They take a position, and stand stubbornly in that position, and carry nearly everything over the mark. Sister A was one of these. She was not sympathizing, loving, and affectionate like our divine Lord. Justice was nearly all she could see. She carried matters further than Dr. Trall. Her patients had to even leave her because they could not get enough to eat. Her impoverished diet gave her impoverished blood. 2T 368.2"
"Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls."
The EGW passage contrasts the severe and unloving approach of Sister A with the meek and compassionate character of Jesus, echoing the call in Matthew 11:29 to learn from Jesus' example of humility and gentleness.