Parents words . . .

A Parents LoveI gave you life, but cannot live it for you.I can teach you things, but I cannot make you learn.I can give you directions, but I cannot be there to lead you.I can allow you freedom, but I cannot account for it.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 cannot choose them for you.I can advise you about sex, but I cannot keep you pure.I can tell you the facts of life, but I can't build your reputation.I can tell you about drinking, but I can't say "no" for you.I can warn you about drugs,but I can't prevent you from using them.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 warn you about sins, but I cannot make you moral.I can love you as a child, but I cannot place you in God's family.I can pray for you, but I cannot make you walk with God.I can teach you about Jesus, but I cannot make Jesus your Lord.I can tell you how to live, but I cannot give you eternal life.I can love you with unconditional love all of mylife . . . and I will!!!