"Silas, Paul's companion in labor, was a tried worker, gifted with the spirit of prophecy; but the work to be done was so great that there was need of training more laborers for active service. In Timothy Paul saw one who appreciated the sacredness of the work of a minister; who was not appalled at the prospect of suffering and persecution; and who was willing to be taught. Yet the apostle did not venture to take the responsibility of giving Timothy, an untried youth, a training in the gospel ministry, without first fully satisfying himself in regard to his character and his past life. AA 203.1"
"And let these also first be proved; then let them use the office of a deacon, being found blameless."
The EGW passage discusses Paul's careful evaluation of Timothy before entrusting him with ministry, which reflects the principle of proving individuals before appointing them to positions of responsibility, as stated in 1 Timothy 3:10. The confidence is adjusted upwards because the connection is clear and relevant.
"Timothy's father was a Greek and his mother a Jewess. From a child he had known the Scriptures. The piety that he saw in his home life was sound and sensible. The faith of his mother and his grandmother in the sacred oracles was to him a constant reminder of the blessing in doing God's will. The word of God was the rule by which these two godly women had guided Timothy. The spiritual power of the lessons that he had received from them kept him pure in speech and unsullied by the evil influences with which he was surrounded. Thus his home instructors had co-operated with God in preparing him to bear burdens. AA 203.2"
"And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus."
EGW mentions Timothy knowing the scriptures from childhood, which is directly stated in 2 Timothy 3:15. The passage elaborates on the impact of this early knowledge, but the core idea is drawn from the verse.
"When I call to remembrance the unfeigned faith that is in thee, which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice; and I am persuaded that in thee also."
EGW directly mentions Timothy's grandmother Lois and mother Eunice, mirroring the reference in 2 Timothy 1:5. The passage expands on their influence, but the connection is undeniable.
"Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it."
The EGW passage illustrates the principle of Proverbs 22:6 by describing how Timothy's upbringing by his mother and grandmother influenced his life and faith. It's a specific example of the general principle.
"Paul saw that Timothy was faithful, steadfast, and true, and he chose him as a companion in labor and travel. Those who had taught Timothy in his childhood were rewarded by seeing the son of their care linked in close fellowship with the great apostle. Timothy was a mere youth when he was chosen by God to be a teacher, but his principles had been so established by his early education that he was fitted to take his place as Paul's helper. And though young, he bore his responsibilities with Christian meekness. AA 203.3"
"Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity."
The EGW passage speaks of Timothy's faithfulness and early training, which prepared him for ministry. 1 Timothy 4:12 encourages Timothy to be an example despite his youth. While not a direct quote, the themes of youth, example, and fitness for ministry are present in both.