"Those who do labor together should seek to be in perfect harmony. And yet no one should feel that he cannot labor with those who do not see just as he sees, and who do not in their labors follow just his plans. If all manifest a humble, teachable spirit, there need be no difficulty. God has set in the church different gifts. These are precious in their proper places, and all may act a part in the work of preparing a people for Christ's soon coming. GW 481.2"
"For as the body is one, and hath many members, and all the members of that one body, being many, are one body: so also is Christ."
Both passages discuss the importance of unity and diverse roles within a body (the church). EGW expands on the practical application of this principle, emphasizing harmony despite differences in opinion and gifts, which aligns with the concept of the body having many members in 1 Corinthians 12:12.
"***** Our ministers in responsible places are men whom God has accepted. No matter what their origin, no matter what their former position, whether they followed the plow, worked at the carpenter's trade, or enjoyed the discipline of a college; if God has accepted them, let every man beware of casting the slightest reflection upon them. Never speak disparagingly of any man; for he may be great in the sight of the Lord, while those who feel great may be lightly esteemed of God because of the perversity of their hearts.... GW 481.3"
"But the Lord said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the Lord seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the Lord looketh on the heart."
EGW's statement directly echoes the principle in 1 Samuel 16:7 that God values inner character over outward appearance. She applies this to ministers, warning against judging them based on their background or perceived status.