Luke 11:25
Luke 11:25 in Multiple Translations
On its return, it finds the house swept clean and put in order.
And when he cometh, he findeth it swept and garnished.
And when he is come, he findeth it swept and garnished.
And when he comes, he sees that it has been made fair and clean.
When it returns, it finds its old home is swept and tidy.
And when he cometh, he findeth it swept and garnished.
and having come, it findeth [it] swept and adorned;
When he returns, he finds it swept and put in order.
And when he cometh, he findeth it swept and garnished.
And when he is come, he findeth it swept and garnished.
So it goes back and finds that the Spirit of God is not in control of that person’s life. The person’s life is like a house that has been {that someone has} swept clean and everything put {put everything} in order, but a house that is empty.
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Study Notes — Luke 11:25
- Context
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- Luke 11:25 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Luke 11:25
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 11:25
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 11:25
- Trapp's Commentary on Luke 11:25
- Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 11:25
- Cambridge Bible on Luke 11:25
- Whedon's Commentary on Luke 11:25
- Sermons on Luke 11:25
Context — An Unclean Spirit Returns
25On its return, it finds the house swept clean and put in order.
26Then it goes and brings seven other spirits more wicked than itself, and they go in and dwell there. And the final plight of that man is worse than the first.” 27As Jesus was saying these things, a woman in the crowd raised her voice and said, “Blessed is the womb that bore You, and blessed are the breasts that nursed You!”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 2 Thessalonians 2:9–12 | The coming of the lawless one will be accompanied by the working of Satan, with every kind of power, sign, and false wonder, and with every wicked deception directed against those who are perishing, because they refused the love of the truth that would have saved them. For this reason God will send them a powerful delusion so that they believe the lie, in order that judgment may come upon all who have disbelieved the truth and delighted in wickedness. |
| 2 | 2 Peter 2:10–19 | Such punishment is specially reserved for those who indulge the corrupt desires of the flesh and despise authority. Bold and self-willed, they are unafraid to slander glorious beings. Yet not even angels, though greater in strength and power, dare to bring such slanderous charges against them before the Lord. These men are like irrational animals, creatures of instinct, born to be captured and destroyed. They blaspheme in matters they do not understand, and like such creatures, they too will be destroyed. The harm they will suffer is the wages of their wickedness. They consider it a pleasure to carouse in broad daylight. They are blots and blemishes, reveling in their deception as they feast with you. Their eyes are full of adultery; their desire for sin is never satisfied; they seduce the unstable. They are accursed children with hearts trained in greed. They have left the straight way and wandered off to follow the way of Balaam son of Beor, who loved the wages of wickedness. But he was rebuked for his transgression by a donkey, otherwise without speech, that spoke with a man’s voice and restrained the prophet’s madness. These men are springs without water and mists driven by a storm. Blackest darkness is reserved for them. With lofty but empty words, they appeal to the sensual passions of the flesh and entice those who are just escaping from others who live in error. They promise them freedom, while they themselves are slaves to depravity. For a man is a slave to whatever has mastered him. |
| 3 | Jude 1:8–13 | Yet in the same way these dreamers defile their bodies, reject authority, and slander glorious beings. But even the archangel Michael, when he disputed with the devil over the body of Moses, did not presume to bring a slanderous charge against him, but said, “The Lord rebuke you!” These men, however, slander what they do not understand, and like irrational animals, they will be destroyed by the things they do instinctively. Woe to them! They have traveled the path of Cain; they have rushed headlong into the error of Balaam; they have perished in Korah’s rebellion. These men are hidden reefs in your love feasts, shamelessly feasting with you but shepherding only themselves. They are clouds without water, carried along by the wind; fruitless trees in autumn, twice dead after being uprooted. They are wild waves of the sea, foaming up their own shame; wandering stars, for whom blackest darkness has been reserved forever. |
| 4 | Psalms 36:3 | The words of his mouth are wicked and deceitful; he has ceased to be wise and well-doing. |
| 5 | Psalms 81:11–12 | But My people would not listen to Me, and Israel would not obey Me. So I gave them up to their stubborn hearts to follow their own devices. |
| 6 | Matthew 12:44–45 | Then it says, ‘I will return to the house I left.’ On its return, it finds the house vacant, swept clean, and put in order. Then it goes and brings with it seven other spirits more wicked than itself, and they go in and dwell there; and the final plight of that man is worse than the first. So will it be with this wicked generation.” |
| 7 | Psalms 125:5 | But those who turn to crooked ways the LORD will banish with the evildoers. Peace be upon Israel. |
| 8 | 2 Chronicles 24:17–22 | After the death of Jehoiada, however, the officials of Judah came and paid homage to the king, and he listened to them. They abandoned the house of the LORD, the God of their fathers, and served the Asherah poles and idols. So wrath came upon Judah and Jerusalem for this guilt of theirs. Nevertheless, the LORD sent prophets to bring the people back to Him and to testify against them; but they would not listen. Then the Spirit of God came upon Zechariah son of Jehoiada the priest, who stood up before the people and said to them, “This is what God says: ‘Why do you transgress the commandments of the LORD so that you cannot prosper? Because you have forsaken the LORD, He has forsaken you.’” But they conspired against Zechariah, and by order of the king, they stoned him in the courtyard of the house of the LORD. Thus King Joash failed to remember the kindness that Zechariah’s father Jehoiada had extended to him. Instead, Joash killed Jehoiada’s son. As he lay dying, Zechariah said, “May the LORD see this and call you to account.” |
Luke 11:25 Summary
In Luke 11:25, Jesus teaches that when an unclean spirit leaves a person, it may find that the person's life has been cleaned up on the outside, but this does not mean they are truly changed on the inside. This is a warning to us that just going through the motions of being a Christian is not enough; we need to have a genuine relationship with God (as described in John 15:4-5). If we are not truly surrendered to God, we can still be influenced by evil, which is why it's so important to seek a deep, heart-level transformation. By abiding in Christ and following His teachings, we can experience true freedom and protection from evil influences (as seen in Psalm 23:4).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Jesus mean by 'the house' in Luke 11:25?
The house refers to a person's heart or life, as seen in the context of the unclean spirit leaving and returning to the person it once inhabited, similar to what is described in Matthew 12:43-45.
Why is it important that the house is 'swept clean and put in order'?
This phrase indicates that the person may have experienced a temporary cleansing or reform, but it does not necessarily mean they have truly been transformed by God, as noted in 2 Corinthians 5:17, which talks about becoming a new creation in Christ.
Is this verse teaching that a person can be possessed by demons if they are not fully committed to God?
While the verse does not explicitly state this, it does suggest that a person who is not fully surrendered to God can be vulnerable to demonic influence, as Jesus warns in Luke 11:23 that those who are not with Him are against Him.
How does this verse relate to the concept of backsliding or falling away from faith?
This verse can be seen as a warning against complacency or a superficial commitment to faith, as it highlights the danger of a person appearing to be reformed on the outside but still being susceptible to evil influences, as also discussed in Hebrews 6:4-6.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I may have experienced a temporary 'sweeping clean' but still need true transformation by God?
- How can I ensure that my heart is truly surrendered to God and not just 'put in order' on the surface?
- What are some ways I can 'guard my heart' to prevent evil spirits from taking hold, as warned in Proverbs 4:23?
- In what ways can I cooperate with God to become a 'new creation' in Christ, as described in 2 Corinthians 5:17?
Gill's Exposition on Luke 11:25
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Luke 11:25
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Luke 11:25
Trapp's Commentary on Luke 11:25
Ellicott's Commentary on Luke 11:25
Cambridge Bible on Luke 11:25
Whedon's Commentary on Luke 11:25
Sermons on Luke 11:25
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(Christian Leadership) Lovers of the Truth by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes that the Bible is not written in a logical or mathematical way, but rather speaks to the heart. He shares an anecdote about preaching in a se |
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Beware of False Prophets by Sandeep Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of recognizing the problem of sin in all individuals, both Christians and non-Christians. It highlights Jesus as the solution to the problem o |
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Eight Ways of Deceiving Ourselves - Part 1 by Zac Poonen | This sermon delves into the theme of deception as highlighted in 2 Corinthians 11 and Revelation, emphasizing how deception has been a tool of the enemy from the beginning with Eve |
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Signs of Second Coming of Jesus by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of being vigilant against deception in the last days, warning against false prophets, counterfeit gifts of the Holy Spirit, and the need to co |
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Honest People Will Not Go to Hell by Rolfe Barnard | The sermon transcript discusses a man in Detroit, Michigan who had a near-death experience but was saved by God. The preacher emphasizes the importance of not deceiving oneself and |
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Antichrist Unmasked - John Rhys Watkins by From the Pulpit & Classic Sermons | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of having faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. He compares the church's focus on worldly knowledge to the mistake made by Adam and |
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Deception Through False Signs and Wonders by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen warns about the prevalent deception in Christendom through false signs and wonders, echoing the warnings of Jesus and Paul regarding 'another Jesus,' 'another spirit,' a |




