"We are to give in sincerity, not to make a show of our good deeds, but from pity and love to the suffering ones. Sincerity of purpose, real kindness of heart, is the motive that Heaven values. The soul that is sincere in its love, wholehearted in its devotion, God regards as more precious than the golden wedge of Ophir. MB 81.1"
"Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven."
Both passages directly address the principle of giving alms or doing good deeds without seeking recognition or reward from others. The EGW passage reinforces the idea that sincerity and genuine kindness are more important than outward displays, aligning with Matthew 6:1.
"And though I bestow all my goods to feed the poor, and though I give my body to be burned, and have not charity, it profiteth me nothing."
Both passages emphasize the importance of genuine love and charity over outward displays or material possessions. The EGW passage expands on the idea that actions without love are worthless, echoing the sentiment in 1 Corinthians 13:3.
"We are not to think of reward, but of service; yet kindness shown in this spirit will not fail of its recompense. “Thy Father which seeth in secret Himself shall reward thee openly.” While it is true that God Himself is the great Reward, that embraces every other, the soul receives and enjoys Him only as it becomes assimilated to Him in character. Only like can appreciate like. It is as we give ourselves to God for the service of humanity that He gives Himself to us. MB 81.2"
"And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not."
Both passages discuss the idea of reaping a reward for doing good, but not growing weary in the process. While Galatians 6:9 focuses on perseverance, the EGW passage emphasizes that kindness will be recompensed, aligning with the broader theme of receiving a reward for good deeds.
"Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again."
Both passages discuss the principle of giving and receiving. Luke 6:38 speaks of a generous return for giving, while the EGW passage emphasizes that kindness will be recompensed and that giving oneself to God leads to receiving Him. The connection lies in the reciprocal nature of giving and receiving.