Creation/Destruction garnered significantly positive reception from eight
music critics ratings and reviews. At
HM, Jef Cunningham rated the album four stars out of five, stating it is a "solid release". Graeme Crawford of
Cross Rhythms rated it a perfect ten squares, writing that "On this form they deserve to be in the highest league of Christian metal bands". At
Jesus Freak Hideout, Michael Weaver rated the album four stars out of five, saying that because of this album and others "Solid State is poised to reclaim their title as Christian metal kings." Scott Fryberger of
Jesus Freak Hideout rated the album four stars out of five, stating that "It's a little generic, and they probably could have done a lot more as far as creativity to give each song more of a distinct flair, but I think they could pull that off with another album or two under their belts." At
Indie Vision Music, Brody B rated the album four stars out of five, writing that "While Fit For A King are still young, they manage to create what is simply excellent metalcore." Gregory Heaney of
AllMusic rated the album three stars out of five, saying that it is a "promising debut". At
ChristCore, Anthony Ibarra rated the album a perfect five stars, stating that this is a "must have". Anthony Peronto of
Christian Music Zine rated it 4.25 out of five, writing that the band "have proven themselves worthy" with this release. At
Mind Equals Blown, Austin Gordon rated the album a 6.5 out of ten, saying that "When you're in the mood for it, simple is good." ==Commercial performance==