"Visiting the Sick It is misdirected kindness, a false idea of courtesy, that leads to much visiting of the sick. Those who are very ill should not have visitors. The excitement connected with receiving callers wearies the patient at a time when he is in the greatest need of quiet, undisturbed rest. MH 222"
"Withdraw thy foot from thy neighbour’s house; lest he be weary of thee, and so hate thee."
Both passages discourage excessive or burdensome visits, emphasizing the importance of not tiring or inconveniencing others.
"To a convalescent or a patient suffering from chronic disease, it is often a pleasure and a benefit to know that he is kindly remembered; but this assurance conveyed by a message of sympathy or by some little gift will often serve a better purpose than a personal visit, and without danger of harm. MH 222.2"
"Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep."
Both passages address showing empathy and support. The EGW passage suggests alternative ways to show care without overwhelming the sick, while the Bible verse is a general call to empathize with others.