'Serve' in the Bible

and let them serve as lights in the expanse of the sky to give light on the earth." It was so.

But I will execute judgment on the nation that they will serve. Afterward they will come out with many possessions.

and the Lord said to her, "Two nations are in your womb, and two peoples will be separated from within you. One people will be stronger than the other, and the older will serve the younger."

May peoples serve you and nations bow down to you. You will be lord over your brothers, and the sons of your mother will bow down to you. May those who curse you be cursed, and those who bless you be blessed."

You will live by your sword but you will serve your brother. When you grow restless, you will tear off his yoke from your neck."

Since Jacob had fallen in love with Rachel, he said, "I'll serve you seven years in exchange for your younger daughter Rachel."