"“The plans and work of men,” she said, “are not keeping pace with the providence of God; for while some in these countries who claim to believe the truth declare by their attitude, ‘We want not Thy way, O Lord, but our own way,’ there are many who are pleading with God that they may understand what is truth. In secret places they are weeping and praying that they may see light in the Scriptures, and the Lord of heaven has commissioned His angels to cooperate with human agencies in carrying forward His vast design, that all who desire life may behold the glory of God.” LS 337.1"
"That this is a rebellious people, lying children, children that will not hear the law of the Lord: Which say to the seers, See not; and to the prophets, Prophesy not unto us right things, speak unto us smooth things, prophesy deceits: Get you out of the way, turn aside out of the path, cause the Holy One of Israel to cease from before us."
The EGW passage contrasts those who reject God's way with those who seek truth, while Isaiah 30:9-11 describes a rebellious people who refuse to hear the truth and desire smooth words. The thematic parallel lies in the rejection of divine guidance and the presence of those who genuinely seek truth.
"“We are to follow where God's providence opens the way,” the speaker continued; “and as we advance, we shall find that Heaven has moved before us, enlarging the field for labor far beyond the proportion of our means and ability to supply. The great want of the field open before us, should appeal to all to whom God has entrusted means or ability, that they may devote themselves and their all to God.” LS 337.2"
"And a vision appeared to Paul in the night; There stood a man of Macedonia, and prayed him, saying, Come over into Macedonia, and help us. And after he had seen the vision, immediately we endeavoured to go into Macedonia, assuredly gathering that the Lord had called us for to preach the gospel unto them."
Both passages highlight the idea of following God's providence and expanding missionary efforts as opportunities arise. EGW's statement about Heaven moving before them and enlarging the field parallels Paul's vision in Acts 16:9-10, where God directs him to Macedonia.
"Nor were those who should receive a training, to be limited in their missionary endeavors by racial or national barriers. Wherever they labored, their efforts were to be crowned with speedy triumph. “The purpose and ends to be attained by consecrated missionaries,” Mrs. White declared, “are very comprehensive. The field for missionary operation is not limited by caste or nationality. The field is the world, and the light of truth is to go to all the dark places of the earth in a much shorter time than many think possible.” Bible Echo, Supplement, September 1, 1892. LS 337.3"
"And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature."
EGW's statement, "The field is the world, and the light of truth is to go to all the dark places of the earth," is a clear and direct allusion to Mark 16:15, "Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature."