How does the story of Balasaheb Deo's desire to read the Dnyaneshwari illustrate Sai Baba's love for his devotees?

The narrative of Balasaheb Deo serves as a practical example of the principle, stated in chapter 41, that Sai is especially loving toward devotees who possess a 'true taste for spiritual matters.' Deo's intense and persistent desire to read the Dnyaneshwari, a profound spiritual text, clearly marks him as such a devotee. The text explains that Sai wards off the difficulties of these individuals and gives them 'the company of self-bliss.' Deo’s struggle with internal doubts and external obstacles was a significant difficulty in his spiritual life. By setting up this story of Deo's firm resolve to wait for a direct command, the narrative demonstrates how Sai's grace operates, addressing the deep-seated spiritual wishes of his followers to ultimately grant them the 'addition of devotion' he so deeply desired.