The term "servedst" is an archaic form of the verb "serve," found in older English translations of the Bible. It is the second person singular past tense form, used primarily in the King James Version (KJV) and other early English translations. In the context of the Bible, "servedst" typically refers to acts of service, worship, or obedience, often in relation to God or other figures of authority.

Biblical Context and Usage

1. Service to God: The concept of serving God is central to the biblical narrative. In the Old Testament, the Israelites are frequently reminded of their duty to serve the Lord with all their heart and soul. This service is not merely ritualistic but encompasses a life of obedience, faithfulness, and devotion. For example, in Deuteronomy 10:12 , it is written, "And now, O Israel, what does the LORD your God ask of you but to fear the LORD your God by walking in all His ways, to love Him, to serve the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul."

2. Service to Others: The Bible also emphasizes serving others as an expression of one's faith and love for God. Jesus Christ exemplified this through His life and teachings, notably in the New Testament. In Matthew 20:28 , Jesus states, "Just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many." This highlights the importance of humility and selflessness in service.

3. Idolatry and False Service: The Bible warns against serving false gods or idols, which is considered a grave sin. The Israelites are repeatedly cautioned against turning away from the Lord to serve other deities. In Joshua 24:15 , Joshua challenges the people, saying, "But if it is unpleasing in your sight to serve the LORD, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your fathers served beyond the Euphrates, or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you are living. As for me and my house, we will serve the LORD."

4. Covenantal Service: The covenant relationship between God and His people often involves a commitment to serve Him faithfully. This service is a response to God's grace and deliverance, as seen in the Exodus narrative. In Exodus 23:25 , God promises blessings for those who serve Him: "So you shall serve the LORD your God, and He will bless your bread and your water. And I will take away sickness from among you."

5. New Testament Perspective: In the New Testament, the concept of service is expanded to include the church and the body of Christ. Believers are called to serve one another through the gifts and talents bestowed upon them by the Holy Spirit. In 1 Peter 4:10 , it is written, "As good stewards of the manifold grace of God, each of you should use whatever gift he has received to serve one another."

Theological Implications

The act of serving, as depicted in the Bible, is deeply rooted in the character of God and His expectations for His people. It is an expression of love, obedience, and reverence towards God and others. Serving God and others is not only a duty but a privilege that reflects the transformative power of faith. The biblical call to serve is a reminder of the believer's role in God's redemptive plan and the manifestation of His kingdom on earth.

A Choice of Masters
... MASTERS. 'Because thou servedst not the Lord thy God with joyfulness, and
with gladness of heart, for the abundance of all things; 48. ...
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A Paradox of Selling and Buying
... hard service of Babylon. As Deuteronomy puts it: 'Because thou servedst
not the Lord thy God with joyfulness... by reason of the ...
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Strength Profaned and Lost
... lesson taught by the story of the captive hero, once so strong, and now so weak,
is the lesson which Moses taught the nation: 'Because thou servedst not the ...
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The Oration of Moses at the Rehearsal of the Blessing and the ...
... Because thou servedst not the LORD thy God with joyfulness, and with gladness of
heart, by reason of the abundance of all things: therefore shalt thou serve ...
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Thoughts Upon the Knowledge of G0D.
... thy Face, and call his Omniscience to witness, That he saw thee at this, as at other
times, play the Hypocrite with him, making as if thou servedst him, when ...
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Contrasted Services
... those things whereof ye are now ashamed?' The threatening pronounced against Israel's
disobedience enshrines an eternal truth: 'Because thou servedst not the ...
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Weighed, and Found Wanting
... As Moses said: 'Because then servedst not the Lord thy God with joyfulness, and
with gladness of heart for the abundance of all things, therefore thou shalt ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture k/weighed and found wanting.htm

Servedst (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Servedst (1 Occurrence). Deuteronomy 28:47 Because
thou servedst not the LORD thy God with joyfulness, and ...
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Serves (14 Occurrences)

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Served (182 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 28:47 Because thou servedst not the LORD thy God with joyfulness, and
with gladness of heart, for the abundance of all things; (Root in KJV ASV DBY ...
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