Despite being repeatedly dismissed by Baba, Sapatnekar chose to stay in Shirdi. What was his resolution and how did it lead to his transformation?

Although Sapatnekar was scorched by the threefold afflictions and felt rejected by Baba's constant "Chal Hat" rebukes, he made a firm personal determination. As Chapter 48 explains, he resolved that until he received Baba's grace, he would stay right there in Shirdi with a steady mind. This act of unwavering persistence and faith, even amidst great distress, was crucial. His resolution led him to seize an opportunity to approach Baba when he was alone. By holding Baba's feet, he initiated the interaction that resulted in Baba miraculously narrating his life's story, which erased his doubts and filled him with deep respect and wonder.