His name was John Dillinger, and he was known as Public Enemy #1. During the early 1930s, Dillinger traveled throughout the Midwest, robbing over two dozen banks and four police stations, and was responsible for the murder of several police officers. He was nicknamed “The Jackrabbit” for his graceful movements during heists, such as leaping over counters, and his many narrow getaways from police. Dillinger’s “winsome” personality caused many people to idolize the robber as the present-day Jesse James. Dillinger lived with a craving for more, but his hands and heart refused honest work.

Today’s proverb says it this way:

Proverbs 21:25
The desire of the sluggard kills him, for his hands refuse to labor.

The sluggard wants it all but refuses to work. This person falls into get-rich-quick schemes and something-for-nothing ventures and promises much with the investment of a little. Sometimes, they will even go beyond the law to get what they think they need but are too lazy to earn.

Although Dillinger’s exploits were well known and even glamorized by some media, he spent most of his life behind bars until it came to an end on July 22, 1934, when police gunned him down after being set up by a prostitute. His cravings were the death of him.

Father, make us industrious people, willing to invest our time and talents to earn what we need so we can live a life that honors you. Protect us from the cravings that lead to death.
In Jesus’ name.
Amen.