I can share your 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 always 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 can't decide for U.

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

I can teach you to be a friend, but cannot make you one.

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

I can teach you respect, but can't force U to show honor.

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

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

I can teach you to obey, but can't answer for your actions

I can warn you about sins, but cannot make your morals.

I can love you as my child, but can't place you in God's family

I can pray for you, but cannot make you walk with God.

I can teach you about Jesus, but cannot make Him your Savior.

I can teach you about prayer, but I cannot make you pray.

I can tell you how to live, but I cannot give you eternal life.