The Man of God Wept

2 Kings 8:11
"And he settled his countenance steadfastly, until he was ashamed: and the man of God wept."
It is hard to imagine Elisha crying. This great man of God, who was one of the most powerful prophets of all time, weeping tears of sorrow for what is to come. However here we see a side of Elisha that is both curious and instructive.
Elisha was not a selfish man. No man that is truly walking in the Spirit can be. Being prosperous and successful was not one of his considerations, as evidenced by his refusal of the riches Naaman tried to give him. Elisha cared not for himself, but for his God, and for others. That is why his entire life was a ministry, demonstrating God's love and power.
Elisha is one of the greatest examples of waking in the Spirit that the Bible gives us. And part of his example is selfless love and caring about others. Not easy, but something we all must strive to emulate.
How am I affected by the plight of others? Does the knowledge that everyone I see will have eternity someday move me?