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"while their countenances were all aglow with happiness and holy joy. LS 215.1"
Related principle 80% Acts 6:15
"And all that sat in the council, looking stedfastly on him, saw his face as it had been the face of an angel."
Both passages describe individuals whose faces reflect an inner spiritual state of joy and holiness. While not a direct quote, the imagery is similar.
"These were not satisfied with merely enjoying the light themselves, and they began to work for others. Some made great sacrifices for the truth's sake and to help those of the brethren who were in darkness. The way is thus preparing to do a great work in the distribution of tracts and papers in other languages. LS 215.2"
Likely biblical basis 90% Matthew 5:16
"Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven."
The EGW passage describes believers sharing their faith and making sacrifices to help others, directly reflecting the principle in Matthew 5:16 of letting one's light shine through good works to glorify God.

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