"law, either natural or spiritual, is sin, and that in order for them to receive His blessing, sin must be confessed and forsaken. GW 216.1"
"Whosoever committeth sin transgresseth also the law: for sin is the transgression of the law."
EGW's statement that transgressing natural or spiritual law is sin directly reflects the principle articulated in 1 John 3:4, which defines sin as the transgression of the law.
"He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy."
The EGW passage directly echoes the sentiment of Proverbs 28:13 regarding confession and forsaking sin to receive blessing. It's more than a thematic parallel; it's a direct application of the principle.
"The Scripture bids us, “Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed.” [ James 5:16 .] To the one asking for prayer, let thoughts like these be presented, “We cannot read the heart, or know the secrets of your life. These are known only to yourself and to God. If you repent of your sins, it is your duty to make confession of them.” GW 216.2"
"Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much."
Ellen White directly references James 5:16 in this passage.