"to make plain the prophecies relating to the first advent of Christ. He showed conclusively that these prophecies had been literally fulfilled in Jesus of Nazareth. The foundation of his faith was the sure word of prophecy. AA 124.3 As Paul continued to appeal to his astonished hearers to “repent and turn to God, and do works meet for repentance” ( Acts 26:20 ), he “increased the more in strength, and confounded the Jews which dwelt at Damascus, proving that this is very Christ.” But many hardened their hearts, refusing to respond to his message, and soon their astonishment at his conversion was changed into intense hatred like that which they had shown toward Jesus. AA 125.1"
"But shewed first unto them of Damascus, and at Jerusalem, and throughout all the coasts of Judea, and then to the Gentiles, that they should repent and turn to God, and do works meet for repentance."
Ellen White directly references Acts 26:20 in this passage.
"The opposition grew so fierce that Paul was not allowed to continue his labors at Damascus. A messenger from heaven bade him leave for a time, and he “went into Arabia” ( Galatians 1:17 ), where he found a safe retreat. AA 125.2"
"Neither went I up to Jerusalem to them which were apostles before me; but I went into Arabia, and returned again unto Damascus."
Ellen White directly references Galatians 1:17 in this passage.
"Here, in the solitude of the desert, Paul had ample opportunity for quiet study and meditation. He calmly reviewed his past experience and made sure work of repentance. He sought God with all his heart, resting not until he knew for a certainty that his repentance was accepted and his sin pardoned. He longed for the assurance that Jesus would be with him in his coming ministry. He emptied his soul of the prejudices and traditions that had hitherto shaped his life, and received instruction from the Source of truth. Jesus communed with him and established him in the faith, bestowing upon him a rich measure of wisdom and grace. AA 125.3"
"Neither went I up to Jerusalem to them which were apostles before me; but I went into Arabia, and returned again unto Damascus."
Both passages refer to Paul's time in Arabia. Galatians 1:17 mentions his journey to Arabia after his conversion. AA 125.3 elaborates on what Paul did during that time, including study, meditation, repentance, and receiving instruction from Jesus. The EGW passage expands on the biblical account, providing details not explicitly stated in Galatians.
"And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the street which is called Straight, and enquire in the house of Judas for one called Saul, of Tarsus: for, behold, he prayeth,"
The EGW passage describes Paul's repentance and seeking God in solitude. Acts 9:11 mentions that Paul was praying. While the EGW passage adds details about the nature of Paul's prayer and repentance, the underlying connection is that Paul was seeking God in prayer, which aligns with the biblical account.