[2] Awarding the album four stars at CCM Magazine, Matt Conner states, "Light for the Lost Boy is sure throw long-time fans for an artistic loop.

[4] Rating the album five stars from Worship Leader, Andrea Hunter says, "His use of space and arrangement to evoke myriad moods shines on Light for the Lost Boy's mostly acoustic, gentle yet dramatic folk/rock.

"[5] Signaling in a five star review at New Release Today, Dawn Teresa replies, "The songwriting is superb...Lyrically deep, you'll discover nuances and meaning with each listen.

"[7] Giving the album a four and a half from The Phantom Tollbooth, Michael Dalton responds, "Light for the Lost Boy by Andrew Peterson is his boldest, most imaginative work.

[8] Rating the album four stars for Indie Vision Music, Jonathan Andre describes, "with Light for the Lost Boy as the motivational spark to remember God's extension of His grace and my freedom in just resting in His presence!