“If I masturbate in my room alone, it won’t hurt anyone. This can’t be a sin.” Did we really believe we were alone all those times? Masturbation requires conjuring up thoughts and pictures or using visual stimulation such as pornography, pictures, books or objects. Sin. When you masturbate, you open the door and possibly even summon evil spirits that dwell in the air (see Ephesians 6). Then, they attach to you. Sin. Masturbation isn’t a secret sin. The devil’s lie is exposed. Where do you think God is when you’re engaged in masturbation? Dr.J.