"The angels look with awe and amazement upon the mission of Christ to the world. They marvel at the love that moved Him to give Himself a sacrifice for the sins of men. But how lightly human beings regard the purchase of His blood! 7T 266.1"
"Unto whom it was revealed, that not unto themselves, but unto us they did minister the things, which are now reported unto you by them that have preached the gospel unto you with the Holy Ghost sent down from heaven; which things the angels desire to look into."
The EGW passage directly echoes the idea of angels being deeply interested in and marveling at the plan of salvation, as described in 1 Peter 1:12. The concept of angels 'looking into' or 'marveling at' is central to both passages.
"***** We need not begin by trying to love one another. The love of Christ in the heart is what is needed. When self is submerged in Christ, true love springs forth spontaneously. 7T 266.2"
"I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me."
The EGW passage directly reflects the principle of Galatians 2:20, emphasizing that true love and a transformed life come from Christ living within, rather than from self-effort. The idea of self being 'submerged in Christ' aligns with being 'crucified with Christ.'
"In patient forbearance we shall conquer. It is patience in service that brings rest to the soul. It is through humble, diligent, faithful toilers that the welfare of Israel is promoted. A word of love and encouragement will do more to subdue the hasty temper and willful disposition than all the faultfinding and censure that you can heap upon the erring one. 7T 266.3"
"And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience; And patience, experience; and experience, hope:"
Both passages connect suffering/difficult situations with the development of patience. While the EGW passage focuses on patience in service and its effect on others, and Romans 5:3-4 focuses on tribulation leading to patience and hope, the underlying theme of patience being cultivated through trials is present in both.
"The Master's message must be declared in the Master's spirit. Our only safety is in keeping our thoughts and impulses under the control of the Great Teacher. Angels of God will give to every true worker a rich experience in doing this. The grace of humility will mold our words into expressions of Christlike tenderness. 7T 266.4"
"But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you."
The EGW passage speaks of the need to be controlled by the 'Great Teacher' and the influence of angels to produce Christlike tenderness. This aligns with the role of the Holy Spirit as the 'Comforter' and teacher in John 14:26, who brings to remembrance the teachings of Christ and guides believers.