How does the account of Balasaheb Deo's struggle with the Dnyaneshwari illustrate Sai Baba's relationship with his devotees?

The story of Balasaheb Deo serves as a prime example of how Sai Baba is loving toward His devotees and treats them with great affection. Chapter 41 introduces Deo's story by stating that those with a true taste for spiritual matters are very dear to Sai, who wards off their difficulties. Deo's struggle was not a lack of desire but an inability to connect with the Dnyaneshwari despite his strong will. His ultimate decision to wait for a direct command from Sai Baba demonstrates profound faith. As Chapter 41 highlights, this entire situation, from the persistent obstacles to the final resolution to wait for Sai's order, is framed as a 'wager' that Deo fulfilled, which would ultimately lead to an 'addition of devotion' granted by Sai.