Jessie Van Der Vyver
jessievdv.bsky.social
Jessie Van Der Vyver
@jessievdv.bsky.social
I make art in various forms.
“To these people’s notions, a Christian government is not bound by the spirit of peace, forgiveness of injuries, and love for enemies.” Leo Tolstoy (1894,kingdom of god)
February 3, 2025 at 2:52 PM
“These men, drunk with power, lost sight of what was Christ-like in Christianity, so that anything resembling the teachings of Jesus are seen as heresy. “ Leo Tolstoy (paraphrased from ch2 of kingdom of god)
February 3, 2025 at 2:48 PM
While reading Chapter 1 of Tolstoy’s The Kingdom of God is Inside of You, I’m blown away that history is cyclical.
The disconnect of the church. It’s a small number wanting sincerity and non-violence vs. the greater group bearing arms and fighting the government’s enemies.
February 1, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Reposted by Jessie Van Der Vyver
Poor character written by an author who has experienced poverty: My problem is that I'm $300 short on the rent and now my car is making a noise

Poor character written by a rich author: My problem is that I feel so inferior beside these beautiful, sophisticated rich people
December 22, 2024 at 3:39 PM
Leaving the UK and heading back to the states isn’t as fun as it used to be, but let’s make the best of it.
November 15, 2024 at 4:22 PM