"***** Reporting . Let those who gain such an experience in working for the Lord write an account of it for our papers, that others may be encouraged. Let the canvasser tell of the joy and blessing he has received in his ministry as an evangelist. These reports should find a place in our papers, for they are far-reaching in their influence. They will be as sweet fragrance in the church, a savor of life unto life. Thus it is seen that God works with those who co-operate with Him. 6T 336.1"
"To the one we are the savour of death unto death; and to the other the savour of life unto life. And who is sufficient for these things?"
The phrase "savor of life unto life" is a direct quote from 2 Corinthians 2:16, making this an explicit allusion, not just a thematic parallel. The context of encouraging positive reports also aligns with the idea of a 'savor of life'.
"discern spiritual things. Keep your mind in such a condition that God can impress it with the precious truths of His word. 6T 336.2"
"But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned."
The EGW passage directly addresses the ability to 'discern spiritual things' and the need for the mind to be receptive to God's word, which is the core concept of 1 Corinthians 2:14 about spiritual discernment.