Can we make a case in the 21st Century for the Hebrew Republic as a model for modern political structures? Yes! We have to answer the straw men arguments of “theocracy”, separation of church and state, American exceptionalism, capitalism and many other easy targets that prevent individuals, communities and nations from benefiting from the blessings of covenant with a loving God. Over 30 years ago, I wrote a paper as senior at Covenant Seminary on the book of Deuteronomy. The title? The Love Treaty! LiL, 2 hours, taught by Jim Wallis.