"The great obstacle both to the acceptance and to the promulgation of truth is the fact that it involves inconvenience and reproach. This is the only argument against the truth which its advocates have never been able to refute. But this does not deter the true followers of Christ. These do not wait for truth to become popular. Being convinced of their duty, they deliberately accept the cross, with the apostle Paul counting that “our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory;” with one of old, “esteeming the reproach of Christ greater riches than the treasures in Egypt.” 2 Corinthians 4:17 ; Hebrews 11:26 . GC 460.1"
"For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory;"
Ellen White directly references 2 Corinthians 4:17 in this passage.
"Esteeming the reproach of Christ greater riches than the treasures in Egypt: for he had respect unto the recompence of the reward."
Ellen White directly references Hebrews 11:26 in this passage.
"Whatever may be their profession, it is only those who are world servers at heart that act from policy rather than principle in religious things. We should choose the right because it is right, and leave consequences with God. To men of principle, faith, and daring, the world is indebted for its great reforms. By such men the work of reform for this time must be carried forward. GC 460.2"
"But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you."
Both passages emphasize prioritizing righteousness and principle over worldly concerns. EGW's statement about choosing the right because it is right aligns with the principle of seeking God's kingdom first.