Put into practical words, God as Creator stands as a Promise to His people of their protection and assurance in righteousness. Any attack against God’s purpose for His people can be equated and symbolized as a destruction of the created order or “the foundations.” And if that can be done, the righteous have no hope (v. 3).
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.
