"It is Satan's work to tempt minds. He will insinuate his wily suggestions and stir up doubting, questioning, unbelief, and distrust of the words and acts of the one who stands under responsibilities and who is seeking to carry out the mind of God in his labors. It is the special purpose of Satan to pour upon and around the servants of God's choice, troubles, perplexities, and opposition, so that they will be hindered in their work and, if possible, discouraged. Jealousies, strife, and evil surmising will counteract, in a great measure, the very best efforts that God's servants, appointed to a special work, may be able to put forth. 3T 343.1"
"Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:"
Both passages describe Satan's active role in hindering God's servants. The EGW passage details specific tactics like stirring up doubt and opposition, while 1 Peter 5:8 portrays Satan as a predator seeking to devour. The core idea of Satanic opposition is present in both.
"For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places."
Both passages address the spiritual battle against evil forces. The EGW passage describes Satan's influence on minds, while Ephesians 6:12 speaks of wrestling against spiritual wickedness. Both highlight the unseen forces at play in hindering God's work.