Charles Spurgeon Commentary Ephesians 4:27

"neither give place to the devil." — Ephesians 4:27 (ASV)

Neither give place to the devil.

He is standing at the door. If you give him a seat, he will come in, and it is very easy to do so—to make an opportunity for the devil to come in. Neither give place to the devil. Idle persons, tempt the devil to depart by being busy, by being prayerful, and by being much with God. Give no place to the devil.

Neither give place to the devil.

A man who harbours malice in his heart, invites the devil to come in, and keeps a place ready for him.

Neither give place to the devil.

He will knock at your door, and try to get in; but do not offer him a chair. If he forces his company upon you, let him know he is not welcome.