The context of the following conversation is Jesse was fasting so they could focus on God. They ran on empty.:
Jesse says I've been running on empty for the past week.  I only drink water..
The friend responds Why are you doing that?.
Jesse responds I was fasting so that I could focus on God..
The friend responds Is food a distraction?.
Jesse responds To me, it's more about what I am willing to sacrafice for God..
The friend responds You look like you've lost ten pounds..