Elliot Rose of Cross Rhythms called it "An impressive album which will certainly help solidify Wickham's position as an innovative worship songwriter.

'"[12] Grace S. Aspinwall of CCM Magazine told that "Phil Wickham has already proven he is a masterful songwriter, and gifted worship leader", which "The Ascension is no different.

"[8] Mark Rice of Jesus Freak Hideout highlighted that "Between the scope that has almost the feel of a concept album, and simply yet another solid musical performance [...] Phil Wickham has definitely unleashed another winner into the modern worship circle.

"[7] Jono Davies of Louder Than the Music told that "the wonderful distinctive voice of Phil Wickham is well worth checking out.

"[4] Laura Chambers of Christian Music Review highlighted that "Phil Wickham invites us to climb higher in search of God and promises that if we make The Ascension, we will never regret it for a moment.