"the purpose of communicating light and knowledge, and bringing them up to a noble, elevated standard, the broad platform of eternal truth. 5T 112.1"
"Then spake Jesus again unto them, saying, I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life."
Both passages discuss light and knowledge. John 8:12 speaks of Jesus as the light, while EGW speaks of communicating light and knowledge. While not a direct quote, the theme of light representing truth and understanding connects the two.
"One person with pure motives, intent on becoming intelligent that he may make a right use of his abilities, will be a power for good in the school. He will have a molding influence. When parents justify the complaints of their children against the authority and discipline of the school, they do not see that they are increasing the demoralizing power which now prevails to such a fearful extent. Every influence surrounding the youth needs to be on the right side, for youthful depravity is increasing. 5T 112.2"
"Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be salted? it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men."
The EGW passage speaks of a person with pure motives being a "power for good" and having a "molding influence," which is similar to the concept of salt preserving and influencing its environment in Matthew 5:13. The connection is thematic, focusing on influence and positive impact.
"With worldly youth, the love of society and pleasure becomes an absorbing passion. To dress, to visit, to indulge the appetite and passions, and to whirl through the round of social dissipation appears to be the great end of existence. They are unhappy if left in solitude. Their chief desire is to be admired and flattered, and to make a sensation in society; and when this desire is not gratified, life seems unendurable. 5T 112.3"
"Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world. And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever."
The EGW passage echoes the sentiment of 1 John 2:15-17, describing the allure of worldly pleasures and contrasting it with the love of God. The themes of worldly desires versus spiritual devotion are clearly present in both passages.
"Those who will put on the whole armor of God and devote some time every day to meditation and prayer and to the study of the Scriptures will be connected with heaven and will have a saving, transforming influence upon those around them. Great thoughts, noble aspirations, clear perceptions of truth and duty to God, will be theirs. They will be yearning for purity, for light, for love, for all the graces of heavenly birth. Their earnest prayers will enter into that within the veil. This class will have a sanctified boldness to come into the presence of the Infinite One. They will feel that heaven's light and glories are for them, and they will become refined, elevated, ennobled by this intimate acquaintance with God. Such is the privilege of true Christians. 5T 112.4"
"Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil."
The EGW passage directly references and expands upon the concept of putting on the whole armor of God from Ephesians 6:11. It's a clear and intentional allusion.
"Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need."
Both passages encourage approaching God with boldness and confidence to receive grace and help. The phrase 'come boldly' and the idea of entering God's presence are key parallels.