What is the purpose and effect of listening to Sai Baba's stories as described in the Shri Sai Satcharitra?

According to Chapter 36 of the Shri Sai Satcharitra, listening to Sai's stories serves a profound spiritual purpose. The text describes these narratives not as mere stories, but as the 'very water of self-bliss' which, when consumed, paradoxically increases the thirst for devotion. The effect of listening respectfully is that it removes the fatigue and misery of worldly existence, leading to a state of happiness. For a fortunate soul seeking their own spiritual welfare, engaging with these stories is presented as a direct path to achieving that goal.