"In every generation and in every land the true foundation for character building has been the same—the principles contained in the word of God. The only safe and sure rule is to do what God says. “The statutes of the Lord are right,” and “he that doeth these things shall never be moved.” Psalms 19:8 ; 15:5 . It was with the word of God that the apostles met the false theories of their day, saying, “Other foundation can no man lay than that is laid.” 1 Corinthians 3:11 . AA 475.2"
"The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes."
Ellen White directly references Psalms 19:8 in this passage.
"For other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ."
Ellen White directly references 1 Corinthians 3:11 in this passage.
"At the time of their conversion and baptism the Colossian believers pledged themselves to put away beliefs and practices that had hitherto been a part of their lives, and to be true to their allegiance to Christ. In his letter, Paul reminded them of this, and entreated them not to forget that in order to keep their pledge they must put forth constant effort against the evils that would seek for mastery over them. “If ye then be risen with Christ,” he said, “seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God. Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth. For ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God.” AA 475.3"
"If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God."
The EGW passage directly quotes Colossians 3:1 and uses it as a basis for her exhortation to the Colossian believers. This is a clear and direct reference, making it an explicit allusion.
"Mortify therefore your members which are upon the earth; fornication, uncleanness, inordinate affection, evil concupiscence, and covetousness, which is idolatry:"
The EGW passage directly quotes Colossians 3:1-3 and discusses putting away old practices, which is directly related to mortifying members as described in Colossians 3:5.
"Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new."
Both passages discuss a transformation upon conversion, leaving behind old ways. While not a direct quote, the theme of becoming a new creature aligns with the Colossian believers putting away old beliefs and practices.