We are our own messiahs

1.   Stop worshiping the messenger and start applying the message.

Those who follow teachings blindly are not aware of the actual teachings and more inclined towards worshiping the teacher.  By worshiping the teacher, they fill a desperate need for a savior to come and salvage them from their misery.  They fail to realize that their salvation lies in taking charge and applying the teachings instead of worshiping the teacher.  We are all our own saviors.  Teachers are only here to provide guidance.