How does Chapter 1 describe the relationship between Lord Ganesha and Sai Baba?

Chapter 1 of Shri Sai Satcharitra establishes a deep and direct connection between Lord Ganesha and Sai Baba by identifying them as one and the same. The text first invokes Ganesha as the destroyer of obstacles for his devotees. It then makes the profound statement that Sai himself is Ganesha Ganapati. According to Chapter 1, it is Sai who, taking the axe in hand like the formidable, one-tusked Ganesha, will destroy obstacles and bring forth his own divine knowledge for the benefit of his followers, guiding them to the abode of self-bliss.