No, we are not expected to provide for our own temporal needs during the time when we cannot buy and sell. Based on our best data from the White Estate, Ellen G. White states clearly that it is contrary to the Bible to make provision for our temporal wants during the time of trouble. She explains that any food or supplies stored up would be taken away, and that this will be the time to trust wholly in God, who will sustain His people. She assures that "our bread and water will be sure at that time," and that God is able to provide for us in miraculous ways if necessary. However, Ellen White does counsel that before this time comes, we should be diligent, work with our hands, and use our means to advance God's cause and help others. But when the time arrives that we cannot buy or sell, we are to trust completely in God for our sustenance. References: - White, E. G. (1945). Early Writings, p. 56. - White, E. G. (1870). Spiritual Gifts, Vol. 1, p. 223. - White, E. G. (1885). Testimonies for the Church, Vol. 1, p. 206. - White, E. G. (1890). Christian Temperance and Bible Hygiene, p. 152. - White, E. G. (1882). Testimonies for the Church, Vol. 5, p. 152.