Chapter 20 — Part I — Article XI (Of the Resurrection of the Dead)
Section 373. Q. Why may we not ascribe to the souls of the righteous perfect happiness immediately after death? A. Because it is ordained that the perfect retribution according to works shall be received by the perfect man after the resurrection of the body and God's last judgment. The Apostle Paul says: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, shall give me at that day; and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing. 2 Tim. iv. 8. And again: We must all appear before the judgment-seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad. 2 Cor. v. 10.