Throughout this prayer the corporate nature of the Jesus’ teaching is primary. And yet this teaching is not “for others” but principally for “us” in an individualistic sense! It was given directly to you and me. It is a prayer meant for you and me. And it is meant to be a prayer that incorporates others.
The Lord’s Prayer contains petitions built on God’s promises, dedications of life and needs to God and ultimately a confirmation of our salvation. Each of these elements should find themselves enumerated in our daily prayers.
The apostle Paul taught on the subject of accountability (Rom 14:12). Likewise, Peter taught on the responsibility of accountability (1 Pet 4:5). Finally the author of Hebrews affirms the requirement for accountability (Heb 4:13). The modern reader who denies responsibility for their behavior cannot reside in the New Covenant.
The heart that says “God has forgotten” is often encapsulated in desperate self-exaltation. This is the prohibited exaltation at the cost of others (v. 10). The imagery provided by the Psalmist does not provide relief to the modern reader. For in utilizing the imagery it doesn’t describe a strict accusation but a clear picture of the perversity of the unrighteous.