Evolution has been observed and it has progressed as the Theory suggests. You sort of move the discussion into the philosophical, as all knowledge is belief to one degree or another. TToE is not monolithic but multidisciplinary -- we have facts supporting other facts and so on, all of which support each other and create a consistent picture (although the details of that picture constantly change as new data are found). TToE meets all criteria of scientific theories. That is no more "faith" than geology is "faith" or studies of TTOG (Gravity) are "faith."
I didn't intend to insult people who understand TTOE, only point out that it is accepted on faith since it has not been observed. You seem to be implying that those who don't accept it don't understand it. I don't think that that is true at all.
I am afraid it is. To reject TToE because one does not like its conclusions is the same as rejecting physics because a close relative fell off a building.
But I am pleased that you meant no offense and accept your argument in the spirit intended.