How did Jesus answer them?

Answer

"But Jesus answered them, My Father works hitherto, and I work." Verse 17.
NOTE - The ordinary operations of nature, as manifested in God's almighty, upholding,
beneficent, and healing power, continue on the Sabbath the same as on other days; and to co-operate with
God and nature in the work of healing, relieving, and restoring on the Sabbath, cannot, therefore, be out of
harmony with God's will, nor a violation of His Sabbath law.

How definite should we be in confessing our sins?
Upon what basis has Christ taught us to ask forgiveness?
What is said of Christ's childhood and early life?
What kind of friend is He?
When and by whom was the Sabbath made?
Whom should we fear and dread?
What seasons of worship will be observed in the new earth?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle