In the Shaykh's statement, "Rather, they only sought nearness through his obedience or through his intercession," how do they seek nearness through his obedience?

Question:
The Honorable Shaykh, may Allah grant you success, says regarding the Shaykh's (may Allah have mercy on him) statement, "Rather, they only sought nearness through his obedience"

Answer:
or through his intercession, how do they seek nearness through his obedience? Through obedience to the Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him), because obedience to the Messenger is righteous action, and it is permissible to seek nearness through righteous actions. Yes.