God didn't create any of us to be average. He didn't make us to barely get by. We were created to excel.
Too often we judge people based on our own backgrounds and experiences, but when you understand people's stories, it's easier to understand their demeanor.
I believe the scripture says that being gay is a sin.
People have the right to their opinion and you have the right to ignore it.
Don't settle for mediocrity; never let good enough be good enough.
I always try to put a seed of hope into people's hearts. I'm not there to teach them doctrine necessarily, but to let them know that God is a good God, and has a plan for their lives. Hopefully, that will restore their faith, or draw them into faith.