Romans 8:4

That the righteousness of the law - That we might be conformed to the Law, or be obedient to its requirements, and no longer under the influence of the flesh and its corrupt desires.

Might be fulfilled - That we might be obedient, or comply with its demands.

Who walk - Note, Romans 8:1.

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⁴ That the righteousness of the law might be fulfilled in us, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.

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Romans 8:4