"Sometimes men and women decide in favor of the truth because of the weight of evidence presented, without being converted. The minister's work is not done until he has urged upon his hearers the necessity of a change of heart. In every discourse fervent appeals should be made to the people to forsake their sins and turn to Christ. The popular sins and indulgences of our day should be condemned, and practical godliness enjoined. Feeling from the heart the importance of the words he utters, the true minister is unable to repress his concern for the souls of those for whom he labors. GW 159.1"
"Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost."
Both passages emphasize the necessity of repentance and turning to Christ. EGW elaborates on the minister's role in urging this change of heart, directly reflecting the principle in Acts 2:38.
"Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine."
Both passages discuss the role of a minister. EGW emphasizes the need to condemn sin and promote godliness, while 2 Timothy 4:2 instructs to preach, reprove, rebuke, and exhort. The core principle of ministerial duty aligns well.
"O that I could command language of sufficient force to make the impression that I wish to make upon my fellow-laborers in the gospel. My brethren, you are handling the words of life; you are dealing with minds that are capable of the highest development. Christ crucified, Christ risen, Christ ascended into the heavens, Christ coming again, should so soften, gladden, and fill the mind of the minister that he will present these truths to the people in love and deep earnestness. The minister will then be lost sight of and Jesus will be made manifest. GW 159.2"
"For I determined not to know any thing among you, save Jesus Christ, and him crucified."
Both passages highlight the centrality of Christ, particularly Christ crucified. EGW expands on this by including Christ's resurrection, ascension, and second coming, but the core focus on Christ crucified is shared with 1 Corinthians 2:2.