Why is obedience to God's law important in the context of salvation?

Obedience to God's law is foundational in Reformed theology, as it demonstrates the righteousness of Christ imputed to those who believe. In the sermon, it is pointed out that Jesus obeyed the law by attending the Jewish feasts, and this obedience is attributed 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 underlines that Christ's adherence to the law is not just a model for us, but rather the basis of our standing before God. Understanding His perfect obedience allows believers to see that it is not their own works but Christ's works that secure their justification before God, making obedience a response to grace rather than a means to obtain it.