"Since in his work quality is so much more important than quantity, he should guard against overlabor— against attempting too much in his own line of duty; against accepting other responsibilities that would unfit him for his work; and against engaging in amusements and social pleasures that are exhausting rather than recuperative. Ed 278.1"
"Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God."
The EGW passage directly applies the principle of doing all things to the glory of God to the specific context of a teacher's work, emphasizing the importance of avoiding overwork and distractions to maintain quality and effectiveness. It's a practical application of the broader biblical principle.
"Outdoor exercise, especially in useful labor, is one of the best means of recreation for body and mind; and the teacher's example will inspire his pupils with interest in, and respect for, manual labor. Ed 278.2"
"And the Lord God took the man, and put him into the garden of Eden to dress it and to keep it."
The EGW passage echoes the idea of useful labor being beneficial, similar to Adam's work in the Garden of Eden. While not a direct quote or explicit allusion, the thematic connection is clear: labor, especially outdoor labor, is presented as a positive and restorative activity.
"In every line the teacher should scrupulously observe the principles of health. He should do this not only because of its bearing upon his own usefulness, but also because of its influence upon his pupils. He should be temperate in all things; in diet, dress, labor, recreation, he is to be an example. Ed 278.3"
"And every man that striveth for the mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown; but we an incorruptible."
1 Corinthians 9:25 advocates for temperance in all things. EGW directly applies this principle to teachers, emphasizing the need for them to be temperate in diet, dress, labor, and recreation as an example to their students. The connection is clear and purposeful.
"With physical health and uprightness of character should be combined high literary qualifications. The more of true knowledge the teacher has, the better will be his work. The schoolroom is no place for surface work. No teacher who is satisfied with superficial knowledge will attain a high degree of efficiency. Ed 278.4"
"A wise man will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels:"
Proverbs 1:5 encourages increasing learning and attaining wise counsels. EGW echoes this by stating that the more true knowledge a teacher has, the better their work will be, and that superficial knowledge is insufficient. The connection is a direct application of the principle of seeking knowledge.
"The teacher must have aptness for his work. He must have the wisdom and tact required in dealing with minds. However great his scientific knowledge, however excellent his qualifications in other lines, if he does not gain the respect and confidence of his pupils, his efforts will be in vain. Ed 278.6"
"A bishop then must be blameless, the husband of one wife, vigilant, sober, of good behaviour, given to hospitality, apt to teach;"
The EGW passage echoes the principle in 1 Timothy 3:2 that a leader (in this case, a teacher) must be 'apt to teach.' Both emphasize the importance of having the skills and qualities necessary to effectively instruct and guide others. EGW expands on this by highlighting the need for respect and confidence from pupils.