I gave you life,
But
I cannot live it for you.
I can give you directions,
But
I cannot be there to lead you.
I can take you to church,
But
I cannot make you believe.
I can teach you right from wrong,
But
I cannot always decide for you.
I can buy you beautiful clothes,
But
I cannot make you beautiful Inside.
I can offer you advice,
But
I cannot accept it for you.
I can give you love,
But
I cannot force it upon you.
I can teach you to share,
But
I cannot make you unselfish.
I can teach you respect,
But
I cannot force you to show honor.
I can advise you about friends,
But
I cannot choose them for you.
I can advise you about sex,
But
I cannot keep you pure.
I can tell you about alcohol & drugs,
But
I can't say "No" for you.
I can tell you about lofty goals,
But
I can't achieve them for you.
I can teach you about kindness,
But
I can't force you to be gracious
I can pray for you,
But
I cannot make you walk with God.
I can love you with
unconditional love - all of my life.
And I WILL.
- Unknown