"Many recognized the fact that the whole community had been transformed since we went there. A woman who was not a Sabbathkeeper said to me: “You would not believe me if I should inform you fully in regard to the transformation that has taken place in this community as the result of your moving here, establishing a school, and holding these little meetings.” 9T 237.1"
"Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven."
The transformation of the community and the acknowledgment of good works aligns with the principle of letting one's light shine as described in Matthew 5:16.
"And so were the churches established in the faith, and increased in number daily."
The transformation of the community and the establishment of a school leading to positive change echoes the idea of churches being established and increasing in number, although the connection is less direct than other pairs.
"So when our brethren were threatened with persecution and thrown into perplexity in regard to what they should do, the same advice was given as was given in answer to the question concerning games. I said: “Employ Sunday in doing missionary work for God. Teachers, go with your students. Take them into the bush [this is what we called the sparsely settled districts in the woods, where houses are often a mile or two apart], and visit the people in their homes. Let them know that you are interested in their soul's salvation.” They did so and, as the result, were greatly benefited themselves and were able to help others as well. The blessing of God rested upon them as they diligently searched the Scriptures in order to learn how to present the truths of the word in such a way that these truths would be received with favor. 9T 237.2"
"Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen."
The passage describes missionary work and teaching, which directly reflects the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20.
"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 emphasize spreading the gospel and being witnesses, even in challenging circumstances. EGW's passage provides a specific application of this principle in the context of potential persecution.