Who is Abdon from Shadow of the Almighty and what is their importance?

Abdon is a young Ecuadorian fellow who helps Jim to learn Spanish while Jim teaches him English. He's 23 years-old and as Jim's relationship grows with him, he prays that he will be able to help him in the Word. Jim's relationship grows to the point that he calls Abdon his right hand Ecuadorian buddy. They enjoy doing things together like climbing Mount Pichincha along with others.