Based on the stories of Karnik and Appasaheb, what is the main takeaway for Sai Baba's devotees regarding promises and faith?

The experiences of Karnik and Appasaheb in Chapter 33 offer a profound lesson for all devotees. The core message is the importance of maintaining and acting upon one's initial good inclinations. As the text states, "the mind is of the nature of resolves and counter-resolves," and we are often devoted to verbal promises but hesitate at the time of giving. Appasaheb's story is presented not just as his own but as a reflection that "yours and mine is the same fate." The ultimate takeaway is a message of assurance: for any devotee of undivided faith, regardless of their worldly or spiritual desires, Sai is fully capable of granting the fruit of their devotion.