"In childhood, Jesus did the works of an obedient child. He spoke and acted with the wisdom of a child, and not of a man, honoring His parents, and carrying out their wishes in helpful ways, according to the ability of a child. But at each stage of His development He was perfect, with the simple, natural grace of a sinless life. The Sacred Record says of His childhood, “The Child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon Him.” And of His youth it is recorded, “Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.” Luke 2:40, 52 . CT 141.1"
"And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon him."
EGW directly quotes Luke 2:40 and references Luke 2:52. This is a clear and direct allusion.
"The work of parents and teachers is here suggested.... They should aim so to cultivate the tendencies of the youth that at each stage of their life they may represent the natural beauty appropriate to the period, unfolding naturally, as do the plants in the garden. CT 141.2"
"Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it."
While not a direct quote, the EGW passage echoes the sentiment of Proverbs 22:6 regarding the importance of training and cultivating youth. The connection is thematic, focusing on proper development and guidance.
"ornament of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price.” 1 Peter 3:3, 4 .... CT 141.3"
"But let it be the hidden man of the heart, in that which is not corruptible, even the ornament of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price."
EGW directly quotes 1 Peter 3:4. This is a clear and direct allusion.