"God's servants are to work together, blending in kindly, courteous order, “in honor preferring one another.” Romans 12:10 . There is to be no unkind criticism, no pulling to pieces of another's work; and there are to be no separate parties. Every man to whom the Lord has entrusted a message has his specific work. Each one has an individuality of his own, which he is not to sink in that of any other man. Yet each is to work in harmony with his brethren. In their service God's workers are to be essentially one. No one is to set himself up as a criterion, speaking disrespectfully of his fellow workers or treating them as inferior. Under God each is to do his appointed work, respected, loved, and encouraged by the other laborers. Together they are to carry the work forward to completion. AA 275.2"
"Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;"
Ellen White directly references Romans 12:10 in this passage.
"Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves."
The EGW quote directly echoes the principle of Philippians 2:3, which emphasizes humility and valuing others above oneself. The phrase "in honor preferring one another" directly reflects the sentiment of esteeming others better than oneself. The connection is strong and directly supports the principle outlined in Philippians.
"That there should be no schism in the body; but that the members should have the same care one for another."
Both passages address unity and care within a group, specifically the body of Christ. While 1 Corinthians 12:25 focuses on preventing division, the EGW quote expands on this by emphasizing respectful collaboration and avoiding criticism. The connection is thematic, as both passages promote harmony and mutual respect within a community of believers.