"In the annals of human history the growth of nations, the rise and fall of empires, appear as dependent on the will and prowess of man. The shaping of events seems, to a great degree, to be determined by his power, ambition, or caprice. But in the word of God the curtain is drawn aside, and we behold, behind, above, and through all the play and counterplay of human interests and power and passions, the agencies of the all-merciful One, silently, patiently working out the counsels of His own will. Ed 173.2"
"This matter is by the decree of the watchers, and the demand by the word of the holy ones: to the intent that the living may know that the most High ruleth in the kingdom of men, and giveth it to whomsoever he will, and setteth up over it the basest of men."
Both passages emphasize God's sovereignty over human affairs, even amidst the apparent chaos of human actions. Daniel 4:17 explicitly states God's rule, while EGW describes God's agencies working behind the scenes.
"The Lord hath prepared his throne in the heavens; and his kingdom ruleth over all."
Both passages speak to God's overarching control and sovereignty, even amidst human affairs. The Psalm emphasizes God's rule, while the EGW passage highlights His silent, patient work behind the scenes. The connection is valid and meaningful.
"nations: He “hath made of one blood all nations of men for to dwell on all the face of the earth, and hath determined the times before appointed, and the bounds of their habitation; that they should seek the Lord, if haply they might feel after Him, and find Him.” Acts 17:26, 27 . God declares that whosoever will may come “into the bond of the covenant.” Ezekiel 20:37 . In the creation it was His purpose that the earth be inhabited by beings whose existence should be a blessing to themselves and to one another, and an honor to their Creator. All who will may identify themselves with this purpose. Of them it is spoken, “This people have I formed for Myself; they shall show forth My praise.” Isaiah 43:21 . Ed 173.3"
"And I will cause you to pass under the rod, and I will bring you into the bond of the covenant:"
EGW directly quotes Ezekiel 20:37, making this a clear and explicit allusion.
"And hath made of one blood all nations of men for to dwell on all the face of the earth, and hath determined the times before appointed, and the bounds of their habitation;"
EGW directly quotes Acts 17:26, making this a clear and explicit allusion.
"This people have I formed for myself; they shall shew forth my praise."
Ellen White directly references Isaiah 43:21 in this passage.
"And God blessed them, and God said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth, and subdue it: and have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over every living thing that moveth upon the earth."
Both passages relate to God's purpose for humanity and the earth. Genesis 1:28 describes the initial mandate to fill and subdue the earth, while the EGW passage speaks of God's purpose for the earth to be inhabited by beings who are a blessing and honor to Him. The connection is thematic, though not a direct quote or explicit reference.