"At this meeting important decisions were to be made regarding the work of the Healdsburg College. Would our people rally to its support, and make liberal gifts for the building of the students’ home? or would the work of the school be crippled for lack of proper facilities? LS 262.1"
"Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver."
The EGW passage discusses the need for financial support for a religious institution, and the Bible verse speaks to the principle of cheerful and purposeful giving. The connection is a direct application of the biblical principle to a specific situation within the church.
"Mrs. White greatly desired health and vigor, that she might attend the meeting and bear her testimony; but the outlook was discouraging. She had a bad cough, and her left lung was very sore. She was weak, and without energy or courage. Nevertheless she said, “Prepare me a place at the meeting, for I shall attend if possible.” She expressed the hope that when she got on the camp ground there would be some reviving influence. LS 262.2"
"And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me."
The EGW passage echoes the sentiment of 2 Corinthians 12:9, where strength is found in weakness through faith. Mrs. White's desire to attend the meeting despite her physical weakness and her hope for a 'reviving influence' aligns with the principle of God's grace being sufficient in times of infirmity.
"Sabbath forenoon she was very feeble, hardly able to leave her bed. But at noon she said: “Prepare me a place in the large tent where I can hear the speaker. Possibly the sound of the speaker's voice will prove a blessing to me. I am hoping for something to bring new life.” LS 262.3"
"Verily, verily, I say unto you, The hour is coming, and now is, when the dead shall hear the voice of the Son of God: and they that hear shall live."
The EGW passage parallels the idea in John 5:25 of hearing a voice and receiving new life. Mrs. White hopes that hearing the speaker's voice will bring a blessing and new life, which aligns with the concept of spiritual revival through hearing the word of God.
"A sofa was arranged for her near the speaker's stand, with its back toward the congregation. Elder Waggoner spoke on the rise and early work of the message, and its progress up to 1882. There was a large congregation, and several of the business men of Healdsburg were present. When Elder Waggoner had finished speaking, Mrs. White said, “Help me onto my feet.” Sister Ings and her son lifted her up, and she was led to the desk. Laying hold of the pulpit with both hands, she began, in a feeble way, to tell the people that this might be the last time they would hear her voice at camp meeting. After she had spoken a few sentences, there was a change in her voice and attitude. She felt a thrill of healing power. Her voice strengthened, and her sentences came clear and full. As she proceeded with her address, her strength was manifest. She stood firmly, and did not need to hold onto the desk for support. LS 262.4"
"Then Peter said, Silver and gold have I none; but such as I have give I thee: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth rise up and walk."
The EGW passage strongly parallels the healing miracle in Acts 3:6. In both accounts, a person who is weak and infirm experiences a sudden restoration of strength and ability to stand and speak. The emphasis on divine power enabling physical healing is a clear thematic parallel.