In the fall of 1998 my Father-in-Law, Glenn Melton, asked if I would help him with a monthly publication designed to help young men who were interested in spreading the Gospel. In the first issue He stated his reason and purpose for this paper:

Why publish THE STRAITWAY? (1) We have a desire to help others, to do good and no harm. (2) The writing of several men will give variety to the material which will be contained herein. Each one has his own subject area. He will write twelve articles to be published in 1999. In 2000, another group of men will write on another set of subject areas. We think this material will help every thoughtful reader. (3) Many young men have dedicated their lives to proclaiming the unsearchable riches of Christ. To encourage as many as we can in this noble work is our prime purpose. Young preachers should know there are older Christians who appreciate them and are concerned about them, not jealous of them. If the churches of our Lord are to chart a course within the "strait and narrow," they need young preachers who are willing to preach the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. Who are more interested in advancing the cause of Christ than anything else. (4) There is truth to be defended and error to be exposed.
Glenn Melton, Owner & Editor