How does Christ's obedience affect believers' righteousness?

The obedience of Christ is foundational to the believer's righteousness. He fulfilled every requirement of the law, living a sinless life, which is credited to believers as their righteousness. Romans 5:19 states, 'For as by one man's disobedience many were made sinners, so by the obedience of one shall many be made righteous.' This emphasizes that righteousness is not about the individual’s works but about Christ's perfect obedience on our behalf. Thus, when believers trust in Christ, they are clothed in His righteousness, giving them access to God’s presence.