"“Ye know,” says Peter, “that ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold.” Oh, had these been sufficient to purchase the salvation of man, how easily it might have been accomplished by Him who says: “The silver is Mine, and the gold is Mine.” But the transgressor of God's holy law could be redeemed only by the precious blood of the Son of God. Those who, failing to appreciate the wonderful sacrifice made for them, withhold their means and their physical, mental, and moral powers from the service of Christ, will perish in their selfishness. 4T 458.2"
"Forasmuch as ye know that ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold, from your vain conversation received by tradition from your fathers; But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot:"
The EGW passage directly quotes and expands upon the concept presented in 1 Peter 1:18-19 regarding redemption not being achieved through material wealth but through the blood of Christ.
"The silver is mine, and the gold is mine, saith the Lord of hosts."
EGW directly quotes Haggai 2:8. The context in EGW amplifies the idea that material wealth is insufficient for redemption, contrasting it with the necessity of Christ's sacrifice.
"hath.” Those who are too indolent to realize their responsibilities and exercise their faculties will fail of receiving the blessing of God, and the ability which they had will be taken away and given to the active, zealous workers who increase their talents by constant use. “Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean men.” A person who diligently labors under the direction of the Spirit of God will possess power and influence, for all may see in him a spirit of untiring devotion to the cause of God in any department where duty calls him. 4T 458.3"
"Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean men."
EGW directly quotes Proverbs 22:29. The context in EGW applies the principle of diligence to service for God.
"For unto every one that hath shall be given, and he shall have abundance: but from him that hath not shall be taken away even that which he hath."
EGW is clearly referencing the principle taught in Matthew 25:29, applying it to spiritual gifts and responsibilities. The idea of talents being taken away from those who don't use them is central to both passages.