"It is one of the major transitions of life, to recognize who has taught us, mastered us, and then to evaluate the results in us of their teaching. This is a harrowing task, and sometimes we just can't face it. But it can open the door to choose other masters, possibly better masters, and one Master above all!" - Dallas Willard

Suggested reading on the subject:

John Mark Comer - Practicing the Way

Dallas Willard - Divine Conspiracy