I was hacked!
My Instagram was hacked
I usually don’t write posts like this, but this doesn’t often happen. This week I was hacked on Instagram. I thought Instagram contacted me regarding a photo that I had posted in October 2019. I post all of my own content, so I was trying to go through the process of appealing the copyright claim. I honestly was trying to figure out which of my photos someone was claiming was there’s, and I compromised my Instagram account.
It was hacked.
I then received a message through the What’s app, which I had just downloaded on Wednesday, because I am in a partnership with a company in Berlin, Germany (which is legit), and What’s App is the easiest way to communicate. The hacker contacted me on What’s App and offered to restore my account they hacked for $2000. My response is
“No, I will be praying for you” their response was a “hand emoji.” Although I was hacked I have to blame myself and take some responsibility. Regardless, I have to rebuild.
What did I do when my Instagram account got hacked?
I immediately switched to my original Instagram account I started in 2015 and abandoned when I switched the FaithFueled Mom, and that’s where I am rebuilding. Being hacked has shown how much my faith has grown. While it was happening, I had some breath concerns. I prayed, and I felt the Lord wouldn’t let me get upset. I feel like I should be crying about this, but I have no sorrow or tears. I had my account for about six years. I have over 9,000 authentic followers that weren’t paid for, and I did with no strategy or clue of what I was doing.
My New Instagram Account
I am really excited about the opportunity to rebuild and renew my Instagram account. It had gotten old, stagnant, and it became an obligation. I am excited for the challenge to grow my account and find the people God has put on my heart to serve in the last few months. My Instagram began as my weight loss journey, and once I hit my goal. I had no idea what to share. I was trying to share Godly motivation, some tips-maybe, a workout here and there but no real message.
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On my new Instagram account, you can follow me here. For months, God has been putting on my heart to offer people practical tips and expert advice on how to live well, age, and be well in the Lord. I really want to help families live a sustainable, healthier lifestyle. I planned to start that direction in March, and God gave me a clear slate to begin. So, I hope that you will join me on my new Instagram account www.instagram.com/faithfueled.mom
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My year of the rebuild
This is my year to rebuild, and my scripture is Zechariah 9:12, “Return to your fortress, you prisoners of hope; even now I announce that I will restore twice as much to you.”
It’s February, and the Lord has already set up some major foundations in my life. I would say I am scared to see what’s next, but my faith in God is always for my good won’t let me be scared. Instead, I am expectant-like a mother carrying her first baby. I can’t wait to see who it looks like, how big, the little fingers and toes. There is no fear or disappointment that my old account is gone, just eager to see God work in rebuilding and restoring my new account for His glory.
Fueled by my faith
I have a feeling He’s going to show what really matters when it comes to Social media. It’s not the numbers. It’s the message. We will all have to see because He has not filled me in on the details of His plans. Just guided me through His Word that we should praise just as hard at the beginning as at the end, Ezra 3:10 and that I can trust in the hope for my future Jeremiah 29:11 because the Lord will never leave me nor forsake me. Hebrews 13:5
All those who are sorry. I am grateful for your support and love. You can help me grow with like-minded people like you and share www.Instagram.com/faithfueled.mom with the people you think we could all grow together.
Thank you for your support and prayers as I rebuild!
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