"The Lord would have all His sons and daughters happy, peaceful, and obedient. Jesus says, “My peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” “These things have I spoken unto you, that My joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full.” John 14:27 ; 15:11 . SC 124.1"
"Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid."
Ellen White directly references John 14:27 in this passage.
"Happiness that is sought from selfish motives, outside of the path of duty, is ill-balanced, fitful, and transitory; it passes away, and the soul is filled with loneliness and sorrow; but there is joy and satisfaction in the service of God; the Christian is not left to walk in uncertain paths; he is not left to vain regrets and disappointments. If we do not have the pleasures of this life we may still be joyful in looking to the life beyond. SC 124.2"
"But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you."
Matthew 6:33 emphasizes seeking God's kingdom and righteousness first, promising that other things will be added. The EGW passage echoes this principle by stating that happiness sought outside of duty to God is fleeting, while joy and satisfaction are found in His service. The EGW passage amplifies the principle of prioritizing God.
"These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full."
Both passages connect joy with a relationship with God, although John 15:11 focuses more on Jesus's role. The EGW passage expands on the source of true joy.
"For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost."
Both passages discuss the nature of true joy and happiness, contrasting it with worldly pursuits. The connection is present but not strong.