There are NO 'Switzerlands' in Christianity -- Luke 11:23

"You Have to Pick a Side"

We are following Jesus chronologically through the Bible, and if you have been with us for the last month or so, you know that there is a war going on between Jesus and Satan. Now, when we think of war, there are not only two sides but there are often three.

There is a country or countries on one side battling against a country or countries on the other side. However, there is a country in Europe that is always neutral. Do you know the name of that country?

It is Switzerland. Switzerland isn't the only country in the world that chooses not to take a side in times of war, but they are the oldest and best known. Here is a brief history of how the Swiss became neutral (from the History Channel):

The Napoleonic Wars were a turning point in Switzerland’s history, sealing its place as a neutral nation. Despite being invaded by France in 1798 and later made a satellite of Napoleon Bonaparte’s empire, Switzerland's determination to remain neutral was unwavering. After Napoleon’s defeat at Waterloo, the major European powers recognized the value of a neutral Switzerland as a buffer zone between France and Austria, contributing to stability in the region. This was affirmed during the 1815 Congress of Vienna, where a declaration was signed, affirming Switzerland’s “perpetual neutrality” within the international community.

Switzerland and other countries like Austria, Ireland, and Costa Rica are often praised for their commitment to neutrality. However, in our journey of following Jesus, we must understand that there are no neutral territories, for there are no 'Switzerlands' in Christianity.