"Canvassers should be able to give instruction in regard to the treatment of the sick. They should learn the simple methods of hygienic treatment. Thus they may work as medical missionaries, ministering to the souls and the bodies of the suffering. This work should now be going forward in all parts of the world. Thus multitudes might be blessed by the prayers and instruction of God's servants. 6T 324.1"
"And Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every sickness and every disease among the people."
Both passages emphasize the importance of ministering to both the physical and spiritual needs of people. Jesus' ministry in Matthew 9:35 serves as a model for the canvassers' work described by EGW.
"And heal the sick that are therein, and say unto them, The kingdom of God is come nigh unto you."
Both passages connect healing the sick with proclaiming the kingdom of God. EGW expands on this by applying it to canvassers who should be able to treat the sick and share the gospel.
"We need to realize the importance of the canvassing work as one great means of finding out those who are in peril and bringing them to Christ. Canvassers should never be prohibited from speaking of the love of Christ, from telling their experience in their service for the Master. They should be free to speak or to pray with those who are awakened. The simple story of Christ's love for man will open doors for them, even to the homes of unbelievers. 6T 324.2"
"But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth."
Both passages highlight the importance of witnessing and sharing one's faith. Acts 1:8 speaks of being witnesses through the power of the Holy Spirit, while EGW emphasizes the canvassers' role in bringing people to Christ through sharing their experiences and the love of Christ.
"To the weak became I as weak, that I might gain the weak: I am made all things to all men, that I might by all means save some."
Both passages emphasize adapting one's approach to reach different people. Paul's statement in 1 Corinthians 9:22 reflects a willingness to connect with others to save them, while EGW highlights the importance of canvassers sharing the love of Christ to open doors, even to unbelievers.
"As the canvasser visits the people at their homes, he will often have opportunity to read to them from the Bible or from books that teach the truth. When he discovers those who are searching for truth he can hold Bible readings with them. These Bible readings are just what the people need. God will use in His service those who thus show a deep interest in perishing souls. Through them He will impart light to those who are ready to receive instruction. 6T 324.3"
"And Philip ran thither to him, and heard him read the prophet Esaias, and said, Understandest thou what thou readest? And he said, How can I, except some man should guide me? And he desired Philip that he would come up and sit with him."
Both passages deal with someone reading scripture and needing guidance/interpretation. The EGW passage speaks of canvassers reading to people and holding Bible readings, while Acts 8:30-31 describes Philip helping the Ethiopian understand Isaiah.
"Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven."
Both passages discuss imparting light/truth to others. The EGW passage speaks of imparting light to those ready to receive instruction, while Matthew 5:16 speaks of letting your light shine so others may glorify God.
"Some who labor in the canvassing field have a zeal that is not according to knowledge. Because of their lack of wisdom, because they have been so much inclined to act the minister and theologian, it has been almost a necessity to place restrictions upon our canvassers. When the Lord's voice calls, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for Us?” the Divine Spirit puts it into hearts to respond: “Here am I; send me.” Isaiah 6:8 . But bear in mind that the live coal from the altar must first touch your lips. Then the words you speak will be wise and holy words. Then you will have wisdom to know what to say and what to leave unsaid. You will not try to reveal your smartness as theologians. You will be careful not to arouse a combative spirit or excite prejudice by introducing controverted points of doctrine. You will find enough to talk about that will not excite opposition, but that will open the heart to desire a deeper knowledge of God's word. 6T 324.4"
"Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me."
EGW directly quotes Isaiah 6:8.
"Then flew one of the seraphims unto me, having a live coal in his hand, which he had taken with the tongs from off the altar: And he laid it upon my mouth, and said, Lo, this hath touched thy lips; and thine iniquity is taken away, and thy sin purged."
EGW directly alludes to the live coal touching the lips from Isaiah 6:6-7, connecting it to the need for wise and holy words.
"Also, that the soul be without knowledge, it is not good; and he that hasteth with his feet sinneth."
Both passages address the importance of knowledge and wisdom. EGW speaks of zeal not according to knowledge, while Proverbs 19:2 states that a soul without knowledge is not good.