Chapter 39 states that Chand Patil was 'merely an instrument.' What is the deeper theological explanation provided for Sai Baba's decision to come to Shirdi?

Chapter 39 of the Shri Sai Satcharitra clarifies that while Chand Patil's story provides the narrative for Sai's arrival, it was not a matter of chance. The text emphasizes that Sai Baba took this incarnation and came to Shirdi "of his own accord" driven by a "great concern for the upliftment of his devotees." This suggests a divine, predetermined plan rather than a random journey. The chapter posits that Sai's purpose was to uplift the simple, the faithful, the poor, and even the fallen—those without formal vows or penance—highlighting that his presence in Shirdi was an act of profound grace for humanity.