"Hope and Courage We can do nothing without courage and perseverance. Speak words of hope and courage to the poor and the disheartened. If need be, give tangible proof of your interest by helping them when they come into strait places. Those who have had many advantages should remember that they themselves still err in many things, and that it is painful to them when their errors are pointed out and there is held up before them a comely pattern of what they should be. Remember that kindness will accomplish more than censure. As you try to teach others, let them see that you wish them to reach the highest standard, and that you are ready to give them help. If in some things they fail, be not quick to condemn them. MH 196"
"Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly, comfort the feebleminded, support the weak, be patient toward all men."
Both passages directly address encouraging the disheartened, supporting the weak, and being patient and kind. EGW's passage expands on these principles with practical advice.
"It is the privilege of all to give to the world in their home life, in their customs and practices and order, an evidence of what the gospel can do for those who obey it. Christ came to our world to give us an example of what we may become. He expects His followers to be models of correctness in all the relations of life. He desires the divine touch to be seen upon outward things. MH 196.1"
"Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven."
Both passages emphasize the importance of living a life that reflects the gospel and allows others to see the positive impact of faith. EGW's call to give 'an evidence of what the gospel can do' directly parallels the idea of letting your light shine so that others may see your good works and glorify God.
"Having your conversation honest among the Gentiles: that, whereas they speak against you as evildoers, they may by your good works, which they shall behold, glorify God in the day of visitation."
Both passages encourage believers to live in a way that reflects well on their faith, so that even those who are critical may see their good works and glorify God. The emphasis on 'good works' and their impact on others creates a clear thematic parallel.
"For I have given you an example, that ye should do as I have done to you."
Both passages highlight Christ as an example for believers to follow. EGW explicitly states that 'Christ came to our world to give us an example of what we may become,' which directly reflects the idea in John 13:15 that Jesus gave an example for his followers to emulate.
"Our own homes and surroundings should be object lessons, teaching ways of improvement, so that industry, cleanliness, taste, and refinement may take the place of idleness, uncleanness, coarseness, and disorder. By our lives and example we can help others to discern that which is repulsive in their character or their surroundings, and with Christian courtesy we may encourage improvement. As we manifest an interest in them, we shall find opportunity to teach them how to put their energies to the best use. MH 196.2"
"Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven."
Both passages emphasize the importance of good works and a positive influence on others, reflecting a similar principle of being a light to the world.