Chapter 28 mentions that Sai Baba dislikes devotees going into debt for a pilgrimage. How does this principle relate to the story of him fulfilling Laxmichand's desire for a sweet?

This highlights two different facets of Sai Baba's teachings and grace. As Chapter 28 notes, the principle that "Baba does not like indebtedness" for a pilgrimage is a practical and worldly teaching about fiscal responsibility and living without unnecessary burdens. It's a lesson in prudence. In contrast, the story of fulfilling Laxmichand's desire for khaja demonstrates Baba's divine compassion and his role as the granter of wishes for his devotees. It shows that while he guides them on practical matters, he is also intimately aware of their innermost feelings and desires, no matter how small, and lovingly intervenes to bolster their faith and bring them joy. One is a practical life lesson, the other a display of divine omniscience and love.