Based on the texts, how did Baba orchestrate events and use his devotees to carry out his will?

Chapter 18 illustrates that Sai Baba could orchestrate events and accomplish tasks by working through his devotees, even while he remained in the Masjid. The text states, 'Giving them His own power, He gets that work done.' This shows he would empower individuals to complete specific assignments. A clear example is when he abruptly tells Madhavrao to go to Shama and collect fifteen rupees as Dakshina. He even instructs Madhavrao to sit and talk with Shama for a while, demonstrating how he would initiate and guide interactions between his followers. This method highlights Baba's profound skill, as he was considered 'close within' each devotee, whether they were physically near or in a distant land.