"***** Perils of Worldly-Wise Teachers All the treasures of heaven were committed to Jesus Christ, that He might impart these precious gifts to the diligent, persevering seeker. He “is made unto us wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, and redemption.” 1 Corinthians 1:30 . But even the prayers of many are so formal that they carry with them no influence for good. They are not a savor of life. CT 371"
"But of him are ye in Christ Jesus, who of God is made unto us wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, and redemption:"
Ellen White directly references 1 Corinthians 1:30 in this passage.
"Shall we not keep holy festivals unto God? Shall we not show that we have some enthusiasm in His service? With the grand, ennobling theme of salvation before us, shall we be as cold as statues of marble? If men can become so excited over a match game of cricket, or a horse race, or over foolish things that bring no good to anyone, shall we be unmoved when the plan of salvation is unfolded before us? Let the school and the church henceforth have festivals of rejoicing unto the Lord.— Special Testimonies On Education, 77-82 . CT 371.1"
"Seven days shalt thou keep a solemn feast unto the Lord thy God in the place which the Lord shall choose: because the Lord thy God shall bless thee in all thine increase, and in all the works of thine hands, therefore thou shalt surely rejoice."
Both passages encourage rejoicing and celebrating God. Deuteronomy 16:15 specifically mentions a solemn feast with rejoicing, while EGW speaks of 'holy festivals' and enthusiasm in God's service. The connection is more than just a general theme; it's about specific acts of celebration.
"If teachers would humble their hearts before God and realize the responsibilities they have accepted in taking charge of the youth with the object of educating them for the future immortal life, a marked change would soon be seen in their attitude. Their prayers would not be dry and lifeless, but they would pray with the earnestness of souls who feel their peril. They would learn daily of Jesus, taking the word of God as their lesson book, having a living sense that it is the voice of God, and the atmosphere surrounding their souls would change materially. The temptation to be first would be quenched in the lessons daily learned in the school of Christ. They would not lean so confidently to their own understanding.... CT 371.3"
"All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:"
EGW directly states that teachers should take the word of God as their lesson book, having a living sense that it is the voice of God. This aligns directly with 2 Timothy 3:16, which affirms that all scripture is given by inspiration of God and is profitable for instruction. The EGW passage is applying the principle of Scripture's divine origin and value to the context of teaching.
"Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much."
Both passages emphasize the importance of prayer and its effectiveness. EGW speaks of earnest prayer and feeling one's peril, while James 5:16 highlights the 'effectual fervent prayer' of a righteous person. The connection lies in the emphasis on the quality and impact of prayer.