"Christ has given us no promise of help in bearing today the burdens of tomorrow. He has said, “My grace is sufficient for thee” ( 2 Corinthians 12:9 ); but, like the manna given in the wilderness, His grace is bestowed daily, for the day's need. Like the hosts of Israel in their pilgrim life, we may find morning by morning the bread of heaven for the day's supply. MB 101.1"
"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."
Ellen White directly references 2 Corinthians 12:9 in this passage.
"One day alone is ours, and during this day we are to live for God. For this one day we are to place in the hand of Christ, in solemn service, all our purposes and plans, casting all our care upon Him, for He careth for us. “I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.” “In returning and rest shall ye be saved; in quietness and in confidence shall be your strength.” Jeremiah 29:11 ; Isaiah 30:15 . MB 101.2"
"For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end."
Ellen White directly references Jeremiah 29:11 in this passage.
"For thus saith the Lord God, the Holy One of Israel; In returning and rest shall ye be saved; in quietness and in confidence shall be your strength: and ye would not."
Ellen White directly references Isaiah 30:15 in this passage.
"If you will seek the Lord and be converted every day; if you will of your own spiritual choice be free and joyous in God; if with gladsome consent of heart to His gracious call you come wearing the yoke of Christ,— the yoke of obedience and service,—all your murmurings will be stilled, all your difficulties will be removed, all the perplexing problems that now confront you will be solved. MB 101.3"
"Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls."
The EGW passage directly references and expands upon the concept of taking on Christ's yoke from Matthew 11:29. The 'yoke of Christ' is explicitly mentioned, making this more than just a thematic parallel.
"Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded."
Both passages encourage drawing closer to God. While James 4:8 focuses on cleansing and purifying oneself, the EGW quote emphasizes seeking the Lord and being converted. The connection is present, but not as direct as an explicit allusion.