"The speaker turned to those who had been praying, and said: “We have something to do. We must confess our sins, and humble our hearts before God.” He made heartbroken confessions and then stepped up to several of the brethren, one after another, and extended his hand, asking forgiveness. Those to whom he spoke sprang to their feet, making confession and asking forgiveness, and they fell upon one another's necks, weeping. The spirit of confession spread through the entire congregation. It was a Pentecostal season. God's praises were sung, and far into the night, until nearly morning, the work was carried on. 8T 105.1"
"Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much."
The EGW passage illustrates the principle of confessing sins to one another, which is directly advocated in James 5:16. The connection is clear and meaningful.
"No one seemed to be too proud to make heartfelt confession, and those who led in this work were the ones who had influence, but had not before had courage to confess their sins. 8T 105.3"
"A man’s pride shall bring him low: but honour shall uphold the humble in spirit."
Both passages contrast pride and humility, with humility leading to positive outcomes (honor or confession). The connection is thematic, not a direct quote or allusion.