"The Work of the School The home training should be supplemented by the work of the school. The development of the whole being, physical, mental, and spiritual, and the teaching of service and sacrifice, should be kept constantly in view. MH 401.2 Above any other agency, service for Christ's sake in the little things of everyday experience has power to mold the character and to direct the life into lines of unselfish ministry. To awaken this spirit, to encourage and rightly to direct it, is the parents’ and the teacher's work. No more important work could be committed to them. The spirit of ministry is the spirit of heaven, and with every effort to develop and encourage it angels will co- operate. MH 401"
"And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man."
Both passages emphasize holistic development (physical, mental, spiritual) and favor with God/man. EGW expands on the practical application of this development through service, while Luke focuses on Jesus's growth. The connection is thematic, not a direct quote or principle, but meaningful.
"Very early the lesson of helpfulness should be taught the child. As soon as strength and reasoning power are sufficiently developed, he should be given duties to perform in the home. He should be encouraged in trying to help father and mother, encouraged to deny and to control himself, to put other's happiness and convenience before his own, to watch for opportunities to cheer and assist brothers and sisters and playmates, and to show kindness to the aged, the sick, and the unfortunate. The more fully the spirit of true ministry pervades the home, the more fully it will be developed in the lives of the children. They will learn to find joy in service and sacrifice for the good of others. MH 401.1"
"Even as the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many."
Matthew 20:28 describes Jesus's ministry of service. EGW's passage directly connects to this by advocating for teaching children the lesson of helpfulness and putting others' needs before their own, thus embodying the spirit of ministry.
"And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent."
This is a direct reference to John 17:3, which speaks of knowing God and Jesus Christ as eternal life. The EGW passage is incomplete, but the allusion is undeniable.