The demon called this man’s body “my house” (Luke 11:24). In Jesus’ illustration, the demon returned and had a “family reunion” at the man’s expense. Demons often seek a “house” to inhabit in order to find temporary peace and not be sent to the abyss. They are spirit beings who can use the bodies of humans and animals to express themselves. Demons Are Powerful Beings The demons of hell are powerful beings. The demons who possessed the man Jesus healed in Luke 8 were forcing him to do violent things,