"To the teacher is committed a great work—a work for which, in his own strength, he is wholly insufficient. Yet if, realizing his own weakness, he clings to Jesus, he will become strong in the strength of the Mighty One. He must bring to his difficult task the patience, forbearance, and gentleness of Christ. His heart must glow with the same love that led the Lord of life and glory to die for a lost world. Patience and perseverance will not fail of a reward. The best efforts of the faithful teacher will sometimes prove unavailing, yet he will see fruit for his labor. Noble characters and useful lives will richly repay his toil and care. CT 236.1"
"I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me."
The EGW passage speaks of the teacher's insufficiency in their own strength and the need to rely on Jesus for strength, directly reflecting the principle of Philippians 4:13, which states that one can do all things through Christ who strengthens them.
"***** Human nature is worth working upon. It is to be elevated, refined, sanctified, and fitted with the inward adorning. Through the grace of God in Jesus Christ, which reveals salvation and immortality and life, His heritage are to be educated, not in the minutia of etiquette, the world's fashions and forms, but in the science of godliness. CT 236.2"
"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."
Both passages contrast outward adornment with inward character. 1 Peter 3:4 speaks of the 'hidden man of the heart' and a 'meek and quiet spirit,' while the EGW passage speaks of 'inward adorning' and educating in the 'science of godliness' rather than worldly fashions. The emphasis on inner qualities over external appearances creates a clear thematic parallel.