"The Prodigal Son My attention was called to the parable of the prodigal son. He made a request that his father should give him his portion of the estate. He desired to separate his interest from that of his father, and to manage his share as best suited his own inclination. His father complied with the request, and the son selfishly withdrew from his father, that he might not be troubled with his counsel or reproofs. 3T 100"
"I say unto you, that likewise joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repenteth, more than over ninety and nine just persons, which need no repentance."
The EGW passage explicitly mentions the parable of the prodigal son and begins to retell it. While the provided verse is not the most direct verse to connect, the overall connection to the parable is undeniable.