What was Sai Baba's philosophical stance on dealing with selfish or deceitful people, such as those who took his firewood?

Chapter 23 reveals Sai Baba's all-encompassing and benevolent philosophy. He believed he pervaded all of creation, the moving and unmoving, and was present everywhere. Consequently, he felt distressed if anyone was viewed with a 'crooked eye,' as he bore no enmity towards anyone. This belief guided his interactions, even with selfish individuals. For instance, neighbors would take firewood he collected for his sacred Dhuni. Despite this, he remained magnanimous. The text notes that though he appeared fierce, he was gentle within, and his benevolence extended to all, recognizing that both the needy and deceitful are part of the world.