Refections of a Parent!

I gave you life, but I 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 take you to church, but I cannot make you believe.



I can teach you right from wrong, but I cannot decide for you.

I can offer you advice, but I cannot accept it for you.

I can give you love, by I cannot force it upon you.

I can teach you to share, but I cannot make you unselfish.



I can teach you to respect, but I cannot force you to show honor.

I can advise you about friends, but I cannot choose them for you.

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

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 your sins, but I cannot make you moral.

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