According to Chapter 12, how are saints different from God in their purpose and approach towards people?

Chapter 12 of the Shri Sai Satcharitra draws a clear distinction between the incarnation of God and the role of saints. While God's incarnation is described as being for the protection of the virtuous and the complete destruction of the wicked, saints are portrayed as uniquely distinct. The chapter explains that to saints, the virtuous and the wicked are equal, and their minds do not differentiate between who is great or small. In fact, it suggests saints are greater than God in this respect, as their immense compassion leads them to first set the wicked on the right path instead of destroying them.