John 7:4: Who works the works of God

Who works the works of God
Must oft expect to hear
The dire advice of flesh and blood,
"Before the world appear,
Go show thyself to man,
A champion in the cause,
For all thy piety is vain
Without the world's applause."

But deaf to nature's voice,
Jesus we follow Thee,
And hidden from mankind, rejoice
In Thy obscurity.
Happy if Thou approve
Our works in secret done,
If by our humble faith and love
We please our God alone.