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