"But on these very occasions, by His teachings, as well as by His generous conduct, He was enshrining Himself in the hearts of those whom He honored with His presence. He was giving them an opportunity to become acquainted with Him, and to see the marked contrast between His life and teachings and those of the Pharisees. GW 335.1"
"And it came to pass, as Jesus sat at meat in the house, behold, many publicans and sinners came and sat down with him and his disciples."
The EGW passage describes Jesus' interactions with people, contrasting his behavior with the Pharisees, which aligns with the context of Matthew 9:10 where Jesus is eating with publicans and sinners, a point of contention for the Pharisees.
"Those with whom God has entrusted His truth, must possess the same beneficent spirit that Christ manifested. They must adopt the same broad plans of action. They should have a kind, generous spirit toward the poor, and in a special sense feel that they are God's stewards. They must hold all they have—property, mental powers, spiritual strength—as not their own, but only lent them to advance the cause of Christ in the earth. Like Christ, they should not shun the society of their fellow-men, but should seek it with the purpose of bestowing upon others the heavenly benefits they have received from God. GW 335.2"
"As every man hath received the gift, even so minister the same one to another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God."
Both passages emphasize stewardship and using gifts/resources for God's purpose. The EGW quote expands on the practical implications of being a good steward, aligning directly with the principle in 1 Peter 4:10.
"***** Do not be exclusive. Do not seek out a few with whom you delight to associate, and leave others to take care of themselves. Suppose you do see weakness in one and folly in another; do not stand aloof from them, and associate with those only who you think are about perfect. GW 335.3"
"Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted."
Both passages address the importance of restoring those who have fallen into sin with meekness and humility, rather than isolating or judging them. The EGW quote provides practical advice on how to apply this principle.