"[2] Alex Caldwell, agrees it is a 3+1⁄2-star album for Jesus Freak Hideout, responds, "the Newsboys capably and reverently update these classic songs and words for a new generation of worshipers.

"[6] Adding a half star to her rating compared to the aforementioned, New Release Tuesday's Sarah Fine realizes, "Not only does the band pull off these timeless tracks remarkably well, they manage to infuse their solid signature sound into each and every crevasse.

"[7] Tony Cummings, indicating in an eight out of ten review for Cross Rhythms, reports, "the Newsboys have done the youthful Church a considerable service in bringing a set of timeless songs to their attention.

"[5] Awarding the album four stars for 365 Days of Inspiring Media, Nelson Russia writes, "In Hallelujah For The Cross, Newsboys delivers a passionate blend of fresh and uplifting sounds and instrumentations that is distinctive to Newsboys, while keeping true to the truth, wisdom and meaning behind these songs and respecting the melody of these timeless collection of hymns.

"[4] Rating the album a 3.5 out of five for Christian Music Review, April Covington writes, "Hallelujah For the Cross is a great addition to your playlist.