"Since the publication of the first edition the ever-active pen of the author has produced much of vital interest to this people. The work on this book was completed after the author had closed her active life work as a writer and speaker. It represents, therefore, a compilation from her complete writings. It is the ripened fruit of the life of one whom God has greatly blessed as His “messenger,” to the glory of His name and the upbuilding of this movement from its beginning. The value and importance of this book will therefore be appreciated. GW 8.2"
"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:"
Both passages reflect on the completion of a life's work dedicated to faith. EGW's statement about closing her active life work as a writer and speaker echoes the sentiment of Paul's declaration of finishing his course and keeping the faith.
"It is our earnest prayer that the Holy Spirit who indited these messages of counsel may be present to impress the instruction upon the hearts of all who read it. GW 8.3"
"But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you."
EGW's prayer for the Holy Spirit to impress instruction upon hearts directly aligns with John 14:26, where Jesus promises the Holy Spirit will teach and bring remembrance.