"With many it matters not how becoming, or even beautiful, a garment may be, let the fashion change, and it must be remade or cast aside. The members of the household are doomed to ceaseless toil. There is no time for training the children, no time for prayer or Bible study, no time for helping the little ones to become acquainted with God through His works. Ed 246.3"
"But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you."
Both passages contrast worldly pursuits with spiritual priorities. Matthew 6:33 urges seeking God's kingdom first, while EGW criticizes prioritizing fashion over spiritual development. The thematic parallel of prioritizing spiritual matters over material concerns is clear.
"But Martha was cumbered about much serving, and came to him, and said, Lord, dost thou not care that my sister hath left me to serve alone? bid her therefore that she help me."
Both passages highlight the danger of being consumed by worldly tasks to the neglect of spiritual matters. Luke 10:40 depicts Martha being distracted by serving, while EGW describes families consumed by fashion and lacking time for spiritual growth. The thematic parallel of prioritizing tasks over spiritual connection is present.