I gave you life, but can’t live it for you

I can teach you things, but I can’t be there to lead you

I can allow you freedom, but I can’t account it

I can take you to church, but I can’t make you believe

I can teach you right and wrong, but I can’t always decide for you

I can teach you to share, but I can’t make you unselfish

I can teach you respect, but I can’t force you to show honour

I can tell you about goals,but I can’t achieve them for you

I can pray for you, but I can’t make you walk with god

I can offer you advice, but I can’t accept it for you

I can tell you the facts of life, but I can’t build your reputation

I can advice you about friends, but I can’t choose them for you

I can warn you about sins, but I can’t make you morals

I can teach you about kindness, but I can’t force you to be gracious